Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has named his starting 11 to face St. Johnstone this evening, making seven changes from last week’s win over Falkirk in the league cup.

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One of the few players to keep his place in the team is central defender Auston Trusty.

The American began against the Bairns on Sunday and was passable in his performance.

Trusty played alongside Stephen Welsh at the heart of the backline then, but tonight, he will partner Liam Scales.

In the absence of Cameron Carter-Vickers, Trusty will likely play as the right centre-back in the defensive line.

Signed for £6m from Sheffield United on transfer deadline day, tonight is a big chance for Trusty to show he is worth his hefty price tag. Brendan Rodgers has trusted him to take the place of Celtic’s best centre-back in the team, which says a lot.

If Trusty plays well tonight and Carter-Vickers’ big toe is not any better by Tuesday, he could well start away to Borussia Dortmund, too.

The 26-year-old’s full focus, though, will be on tonight’s match and making a positive impact on proceedings.

Three points are essential for Brendan Rodgers’ men in Perth this evening as they look to maintain their perfect start to the new season.

Kick-off tonight is at the rather unusual time of 5:45pm. The action is live on Premier Sports.

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