Can Celtic's Defense Survive Ibrox? | First Derby of the Season Preview + St Johnstone Reaction
Summary
Hosts Max Russian and Barry Glendenning analyze Celtic’s tactical struggles against St. Johnstone, criticizing the ineffective 3-5-2 formation and the mismatched midfield pairing of McGregor and Bauer. They discuss how the team’s tendency to play wide allowed opponents to double-team wingers like Hassan and Tuncik, leading to a lack of creative penetration. The episode highlights how substitute Nigren improved the midfield’s coherence and argues that wingers need better linking play rather than relying solely on one-on-one runs.
Topics discussed
Introduction and show overview
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Tactical setup: 3-5-2 formation and player roles
Midfield compatibility: McGregor and Bauer analysis
Player profiles: Bauer's style vs McGregor's tempo
Sorensen's performance and system fit
Winger decision making and opposition strategy
Midfield movement issues and second-half goal analysis
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Second-half tactics and midfield coherence
Saint Johnstone's defensive preparation and coaching
Substitute impact and winger linking play
Winger technique: Stride vs feet and overall thoughts
Conclusion: Positives and bench energy
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Replay of introduction and Midas ad
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