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Celtic Rebound: Rodgers Praises Response After Dundee Setback
match Overview: Celtic 3 – 1 Sturm Graz
Celtic secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Sturm Graz at Celtic Park on Thursday, November 9, 2023, in a UEFA Europa League Group E encounter. The win provided a much-needed boost for Brendan Rodgers’ side following a disappointing defeat at Dundee in the Scottish Premiership on November 5, 2023.
Kyogo Furuhashi opened the scoring for Celtic in the 4th minute, followed by a second-half brace from luis Palma (59′, 74′). Sturm Graz managed a consolation goal through David Affengruber in the 90+2 minute, but CelticS dominance was clear.
Rodgers’ Reaction: A Display of Character
Manager Brendan Rodgers expressed his satisfaction with his team’s response to the Dundee loss. He highlighted the players’ resilience and determination to quickly put the previous result behind them. “I was pleased with the way the players responded,” Rodgers stated post-match. “It’s never easy after a setback, but they showed great character to come back and deliver a strong performance.”
Key Performance Indicators
Celtic’s victory was underpinned by strong attacking play and a clinical finish in front of goal.Here’s a statistical breakdown of the match:
| Statistic | Celtic | Sturm Graz |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 62% | 38% |
| Shots | 18 | 8 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 3 |
| Corners | 8 | 3 |
| Pass Accuracy | 88% | 79% |
The data clearly illustrates Celtic’s control of the game, notably in the attacking third. Their superior possession and shot accuracy translated into a deserved victory.
Europa League Group E Standings
With this win, Celtic strengthens its position in Europa League Group E. Here’s the current table as of November 9,2023:
| Team | Played | Points | Goal Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Real Betis | 4 | 9 | +5 |
| Celtic | 4 | 6 | +3 |
| Sturm Graz | 4 | 3 | -2 |
| Lazio | 4 | 3 | -6 |
Celtic now sits in second place,three points behind group leaders Real Betis. Their remaining fixtures will be crucial in determining their qualification for the knockout stages.