Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has provided insight into Adam Idah’s injury following the reckless challenge from Motherwell’s Liam Gordon in Sunday’s 3-0 victory. The incident saw Gordon receive a straight red, but Rodgers revealed that conditions may have helped prevent an even more severe injury for the Irish forward.
Speaking at Tuesday’s press conference, Rodgers explained how a wet pitch allowed Idah’s foot to slide rather than stick in place, potentially saving him from a worse fate. “Thankfully, the pitch was wet, which allowed his foot to move. On a dry pitch, his foot might have stuck, leading to a more serious injury,” Rodgers told CeltsAreHere. Idah, who has been wearing a protective boot since the challenge, is showing some signs of improvement. “He’s shown some improvement, and we’re hopeful for a positive outcome. We haven’t lost him yet; we’ll see what the scan says.”
The challenge, which occurred late in the game, raised concerns among fans, but Rodgers defended Gordon’s intentions. “The challenge wasn’t ideal. I still believe the player didn’t mean harm, but it was late in the game,” he added.
A Packed Week Ahead for Celtic
As Celtic await scan results on Idah’s injury, they face a busy schedule that could test the depth of Rodgers’ squad. The Hoops host Dundee at Celtic Park on Wednesday night in a vital Premiership clash, where three points will be crucial in maintaining their top spot.
Just days later, Celtic will head to Hampden on Saturday to face Aberdeen in the League Cup semi-final. With a place in the final on the line, Rodgers will be looking for his team to bring their A-game, especially given Aberdeen’s recent resurgence.
The pressure ramps up even further next week when Celtic return to Champions League action at home against RB Leipzig. With qualification hopes alive and well, the Leipzig match could be crucial, as the Hoops aim to earn valuable points in Europe’s elite competition.
Rodgers will be hoping for positive injury news on Idah and other players as Celtic embark on this challenging stretch, where every point and every performance will be critical to sustaining their momentum across all competitions.
