Brendan Rodgers Guides Celtic to Yet Another Final as Pressure Mounts in Heated Scottish League Cup Semi-Final Against Rivals Aberdeen!

Nobody Could Have Predicted This: Celtic Crush Aberdeen 6-0 in Semi-Final, Proving the Champions Are on Another Level in Scotland!

Ahead of the clash, Brendan Rodgers made bold changes to his starting XI, showing respect for a team he sees as Scotland’s closest rivals. With the memory of their 2-2 draw at Parkhead lingering, Rodgers knew Aberdeen would bring their best — but Celtic’s dominant display silenced any doubts about who’s on top.

Brendan Rodgers’ Surprise Pick of Auston Trusty a Massive ‘Compliment’ to Aberdeen in Celtic’s Semi-Final Showdown!

Despite Liam Scales’ strong form, Rodgers benched him for Auston Trusty alongside Cameron Carter-Vickers. While the duo barely broke a sweat in the 6-0 win, Michael Stewart believes this tactical switch shows Rodgers’ heightened respect for Aberdeen, making the victory even more impressive!

Michael Stewart Calls Celtic’s Trusty Selection a ‘Huge Compliment’ to Aberdeen, But Insists Scales Will Still Play a ‘Big Part’ for the Hoops!

The Premier Sports pundit believes Brendan Rodgers’ choice of Auston Trusty over Liam Scales was a nod to Aberdeen’s threat, showing a rare shift in focus from Rodgers. “Aberdeen should take that as a compliment,” Stewart said, adding that Scales remains crucial to Celtic’s plans.

Why Rodgers Chose Trusty Over Scales for Celtic’s Showdown with Aberdeen

Celtic’s impressive squad depth allowed Brendan Rodgers to start Auston Trusty over Liam Scales in a tactical decision that highlights the fierce competition across all positions. With Greg Taylor and Alex Valle battling for left-back, a loaded midfield, and two top scorers up front, Celtic’s options are stronger than ever. Rodgers himself explained the decision, pointing to how the team’s quality and versatility are steadily growing under his leadership.

Rodgers Explains Trusty’s Selection Over Scales: Aberdeen’s Speed Threat Played a Key Role in Celtic’s Lineup Decision

Brendan Rodgers revealed that Aberdeen’s pace in behind, displayed in their last league meeting, influenced his decision to start Auston Trusty over Liam Scales. Speaking to Premier Sports, Rodgers noted, “Auston is super quick, and if you’re going to play a high line against Aberdeen’s penetrating runs, that pace is crucial. Scales has done nothing wrong—he’s very valued—but sometimes you have to make these decisions.”