Celtic v Aberdeen, this top of the table clash can’t come quickly enough

It’s still a week away but Saturday’s clash against Aberdeen can’t come quickly enough…

Alistair Johnston and Callum McGregor celebrate Celtic's equaliser against Ross County
6th October 2024; Victoria Park, Dingwall, Premiership Football, Ross County versus Celtic; Alistair Johnston of Celtic celebrates with Callum McGregor in Dingwall. Photo Vagelis Georgariou

International football is upon us yet again, and while we all wish Steve Clarke’s men well and hope for a Scotland success against Portugal on Tuesday night at Hampden, club football is as always the first thing on our minds.

Celtic’s next clash is seven days away, but it’s one that we are all looking forward to, more so than usual as it’s a mouthwatering game in store at Paradise as we take on our nearest challengers this season, Aberdeen.

Just goal difference separates the sides 

Nicolas Kuhn scores the late winner against Ross County
Nicolas Kuhn of Celtic shoots and scores in the 88th minute to make it 2-1 to Celtic. Photo Vagelis Georgariou

It’s actually our biggest game of the season so far domestically, and one that can prove vital in how our season pans out. The Dons have been something of a surprise package this season and sit joint top albeit behind Celtic on goal difference after winning all seven of their league games so far.

Some pundits have even scoffed at the Dons achievements saying they haven’t been tested as of yet, but that is complete nonsense as every game you play when you’re in a leading position is always a challenge. Something we know all too well.

Dons look a solid and formidable unit

Callum McGregor celebrates with team-mates
St Johnstone v Celtic – Callum McGregor celebrates with team-mates after scoring during the Scottish Premiership match at McDiarmid Park, Perth on Saturday September 28, 2024. Photo Jane Barlow

The Dons look a solid and formidable unit under new manager Jimmy Thelin and Brendan Rodgers will be relishing pitting his wits against the former Elfsborg man.

The stage is set. The best stadium in the country hosting the two best sides in the country. The atmosphere is going to be electric. Saturday can’t come soon enough.

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An ordinary everyday Celtic supporters hailing and still residing in Govan in the shadows of the enemy. I’m a season ticket holder. I Witnessed my first Celtic game in 1988 and have attended when I can ever since. Growing up in the 90s I witnessed Celtic at their lowest, and now appreciate the historic success we enjoy today. I enjoy writing about this wonderful football club and hopefully will continue to do so. I’ve always been a keen writer and initially started this a hobby. My ambition is to one day become as good an author as my fellow Celtic Star colleagues.

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