The Hoops' record signing had just one word to describe the atmosphere inside Celtic Park after a thumping win over Rangers
It was quite the whirlwind weekend for new recruit Arne Engels after Brendan Rodgers splashed the cash to bring him to the Scottish champions from Bundesliga outfit Augsburg. He was thrown straight into the mixer with a spot on the bench and was brought on for his first taste of football in Scotland as the Hoops battered Philippe Clement's men 3-0 to win the first meeting between the duo.
As the 20-year-old came into shot, the camera was fixed on him for his reaction and he simply shouted 'AMAZING'. It was a debut to remember for the midfielder with Luke McCowan also thrusted into derby action late on. Fellow new Bhoys Auston Trusty and Alex Valle were part of the matchday squad but neither made it off the bench.
"Keeping the clean sheet was important to us. That takes hunger and mentality. It’s a decision to want to go and defend and press.
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