Celtic and Bayern Munich clash in the Champions League knockout phase playoffs. Can Celtic contain Harry Kane and secure an upset victory against the six-time European champions?
Scottish giants Celtic face a daunting task in the Champions League as they prepare to take on Bayern Munich in the knockout phase playoffs. Both teams secured their place in the next stage of the competition, setting up a thrilling clash in Glasgow on Wednesday. Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers will be hoping to lead his side to a victory against the six-time European champions.
To achieve this, they'll need to find a way to neutralize the threat of Harry Kane, who has been in exceptional form for Bayern Munich this season. Kane has already scored six goals in the Champions League and poses a significant challenge for Celtic's defense.Rodgers has faced Kane before during his time at Leicester City and has a deep understanding of the England international's abilities. In a past interview, Rodgers was asked if he would trade Kane for Leicester legend Jamie Vardy. He firmly rejected the idea, stating that Vardy was a unique talent with an incredible knack for pressing and reading the game. Rodgers has repeatedly praised Kane's all-around game, acknowledging his consistency, work ethic, and versatility. He believes Kane possesses every tool needed to be a top striker, not only for his goal-scoring prowess but also his ability to link up play, hold the ball under pressure, and contribute both with and without the ball.Interestingly, Rodgers has also credited former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho for recognizing Kane's potential in a deeper role. Mourinho's tactical approach saw Kane drop deeper, which has led to an even greater impact on the game. This shift in positioning has allowed Kane to create more scoring opportunities and contribute to the build-up play. Kane himself has expressed his enjoyment of this increased involvement, stating that he likes to be actively engaged in the game and make a difference both with and without the ball
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