Breaking: Hibs manager David Gray shared his thoughts on Celtic ahead of their…
Hibs manager David Gray shared his thoughts on Celtic ahead of their…
Gray, newly appointed as Hibs’ manager, acknowledged the strength of Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic, describing them as “very powerful” and the favorites for the cup.
He emphasized the challenge his team faces but expressed belief in their ability to cause an upset.
Celtic have a strong League Cup record against Hibs, winning four out of five encounters since 2000. The most notable win was in the 2021 final, where Kyogo Furhashi’s double secured the trophy for then-manager Ange Postecoglou.
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton emphasized that despite Rangers’ current issues, Celtic must not be complacent. He stressed the importance of focusing on European success and maintaining high standards domestically. Sutton highlighted the need for Celtic to leverage their financial resources to remain competitive, especially with the upcoming changes to the Champions League format.