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Brendan Rodgers Addresses Controversial Scene with Celtic Kitman
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers publicly addressed an incident involving the team’s kitman that caught significant attention during last Saturday’s penalty shootout at Hampden Park.
Before the decisive penalties began, Celtic kitman, identified only as Stevie, was captured by cameras apparently offering advice to player Paolo Bernardo. Rodgers was seen promptly intervening, directing Stevie to the touchline, an action that sparked a flurry of online discussions and media coverage. The footage depicted a rare, heated moment from Rodgers, underscoring the high stakes of the situation.
At a press conference on Friday, Rodgers lightened the mood by joking, “Don’t let a kit man near them,”, talking about his players, which elicited laughter from the press. However, he soon adopted a more serious tone. “Stevie got a wee bit of a blast from me, bless him. He’s a good guy, he’s Celtic mad and Celtic daft, but you’ve got to know your place,” Rodgers explained.
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This incident is an illustration of what intense pressure can do even to the most cool of characters, especially as Celtic gears up for the closing stages of the league. With only five Games remaining and a narrow three-point lead over Rangers – every detail counts.
Rodgers’ actions at Hampden reflect the broader responsibilities shouldered by managers in top-flight Football—ensuring that all team activities align with their goals and maintaining discipline, even under high stress. This principle was evident as Rodgers reiterated the importance of hierarchy and roles within the team context.
Celtic will visit Dens Park to face Dundee on Sunday, a critical match as they aim to maintain their lead and secure the championship in a fiercely comPetitive season.
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