What's happened
Celtic secured a goalless draw against Atalanta in the Champions League, showcasing resilience after a heavy defeat to Borussia Dortmund. Manager Brendan Rodgers praised his team's defensive performance, marking their first clean sheet in seven years at this level. The result boosts Celtic's confidence ahead of their next match against RB Leipzig on November 5.
Why it matters
What the papers say
Gavin McCafferty from The Scotsman highlighted Celtic's defensive performance, stating, 'the players showed great courage, concentrated on what it is they had to do.' Mark Atkinson also praised the team's effort, noting that they 'showed strength, discipline, concentration and the heart of lions.' Both articles reflect a positive shift in Celtic's approach following their previous defeat, emphasizing the importance of learning from experiences in high-stakes matches.
How we got here
Celtic's recent Champions League campaign has been marked by contrasting performances, including a 5-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava followed by a 7-1 loss to Borussia Dortmund. The team aimed to learn from their mistakes and improve defensively in their match against Atalanta.
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Ballspielverein Borussia 09 e.V. Dortmund, commonly known as Borussia Dortmund, BVB, or simply Dortmund, is a German professional sports club based in Dortmund, North Rhine-Westphalia.
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