Celtic Flag Day Starting XI: Rodgers Reveals Lineup Featuring Two New Signings

Electric Atmosphere at Celtic Park for Flag Day

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has revealed his starting eleven for today’s Flag Day clash against St Mirren, as the Scottish Premiership champions return to competitive action at Celtic Park.

The atmosphere at the east end of Glasgow will be electric as Paul McStay prepares to hoist the pre-match league flag, celebrating last season’s title win.

Two New Signings Start in Celtic Flag Day Starting XI

Rodgers has also confirmed that two of the club’s summer signings will start this afternoon, with Kasper Schmeichel set to take his place in goal and Kieran Tierney making his first competitive appearance in green and white in over six years, slotting in at left-back.

McGregor Leads, Idah Starts Up Front

Callum McGregor takes the armband in midfield, with Adam Idah spearheading the attack

Last Encounter and What’s at Stake Today

The Hoops’ last meeting with Stephen Robinson’s side came on the final day of last season, when James Forrest’s late goal cancelled out Jonah Ayunga’s opener to earn a 1-1 draw.

Rodgers will be hoping for a better outcome this time, as Celtic aim to go two points clear of city rivals Rangers following their 1-1 draw with Motherwell at Fir Park on Saturday night.

Kickoff Time and Tactical Changes for Flag Day

Today’s kickoff is scheduled for an unusual time of 4:30 PM.

Rodgers has made nine changes from the side that drew 1-1 with Al Ahli in pre-season, a match Celtic went on to win in the penalty shootout.

Confirmed Celtic Flag Day Starting XI

Celtic Lineup for Flag Day:
Schmeichel; Johnston, Carter-Vickers, Scales, Tierney; McGregor, Hatte, Nygren; Yang, Maeda, Idah.

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