Hoops number one insists it's not difficult to maintain focus in a Celtic team where he's involved in everything.
When Kasper Schmeichel sent Innes Cameron for a Killie pie with a Rugby Park pirouette on Sunday, goalkeepers the world over no doubt felt their belly lurch.
Few would doubt he made the right decision. Three big saves in Ayrshire were crucial to Celtic returning to the top the table with a 2-0 victory. But a showreel of his passing range and ability on the ball as the last line of defence was every bit as impressive. Comfortable with the ball at his feet? It’s like the big keeper has pulled a pair of his giant Uhlsport mitts over his toes.
“In that sense, it's not difficult being switched on or focused. I was an outfielder until I was 15, so that kind of thing comes quite natural. But times have changed. It's not like you just go with a goalkeeper coach and then you meet the team, maybe for some games later. You're involved all the time.
It’s no surprise Schmeichel was targeted by Rodgers to fill the Joe Hart shaped void in the summer given the importance the Parkhead boss puts on his keeper being a builder of attacks. His ability to keep play moving or turn defence into attack with one quick zing of his left or right peg has been crucial on the Champions League stage too.
“That's what football is. It's about trying to find a competitive advantage somewhere. And if you can play 11 against 10, then there's always going to be a spare man somewhere. It's a fun evolution. I love watching and seeing if someone comes up with a new idea and see if that's something we can use, if that's something we can implement.
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