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Alistair Johnston

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  1. Notorious Gold Member Gold Member

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    Brendan Rodgers has praised Celtic right-back Alistair Johnston, as the Canada international gets set to return to the squad after a recent hamstring injury.


    The 27-year-old defender was stretchered off in his side's Champions League play-off first leg against FC Kairat back in August, missing nine games in all competitions as a result.

    Now back in full training with his teammates, Johnston's return to first-team proceedings appears to be imminent, with his manager opening the door to a return against Dundee this weekend."I think it was obviously a big blow having someone of that quality out," said Rodgers. [Celtic TV]

    "Young Colby Donovan has come in and done very, very well. Tony Ralston is always a very capable player for the club and an international player, so it gave those guys a chance to get games.

    "However, there's no doubt Ali's been a real pivotal part of the team for a number of years now. His power and the balance he gives both offensively and defensively are very important for the team.

    "So, it's great to have him back on the pitch and seeing that strength and power back in training
     
  2. greengrocer

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    In a word......


    Yassssss
     
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  3. McChiellini..

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    Superb news..

    20 minutes at Dens would be ideal..
     
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  4. HTG "I have an uncle who does Yoga"

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    Donovan should start against Dundee but id be giving Johnston at least 20 minutes.

    Would give him the full 90 against Strum Graz.
     
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    I think you forgot a word.... * yasssss!
     
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    Sounds like from the above there that Johnston will almost for sure be involved at the weekend off the bench which is brilliant news.
     
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    Haha. I stand corrected
     
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  8. Guchi Gucci Gold Member Gold Member

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    Delighted to get him back, makes a huge difference.
     
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