Schmeichel and Ralston Make Triumphant Return to Celtic – But How Did Every Hoops Globetrotter Fare?
As Celtic prepare for their crucial Premiership clash against Hearts at Tynecastle, manager Brendan Rodgers will be anxiously awaiting the return of his star players, many of whom have been involved in international duty across the globe. Thirteen Hoops players have represented their countries over the past fortnight, with some enjoying standout performances while others faced challenges.
Kasper Schmeichel was instrumental in Denmark’s Nations League qualification, making key saves in a goalless draw against Serbia. Anthony Ralston impressed for Scotland in their victories over Croatia and Poland, earning rave reviews for his performances. Meanwhile, Alistair Johnston marked a milestone with Canada, earning his 50th cap in their 1-0 win over Suriname.
Other notable performances included Paulo Bernardo’s goal in Portugal’s U21 win over Slovakia and Daizen Maeda’s cameo appearances in Japan’s victories. Luis Palma shone for Honduras, scoring twice in their 2-0 win over Mexico. With several players returning from long-haul trips, Rodgers will be hoping they all come back fit and ready to face Hearts in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter.
