Hugh Keevins’ Critical Assessment on Celtic Center-half Combination

Hugh Keevins’ Critical Assessment on Celtic Center-half Combination

In the lead-up to Celtic’s Scottish Cup quarter-final clash on Sunday, one of the most talked-about developments was the absence of Cameron Carter-Vickers from the squad. Manager Brendan Rodgers later clarified that Carter-Vickers’ omission was a precautionary measure. As a result, Stephen Welsh stepped in, partnering Liam Scales in central defense.

However, Welsh and Scales didn’t entirely convince in their roles. Gaps in the defense were evident during moments like Dan Mackay’s equalizer for Livi, and striker Tete Yengi posed constant challenges for the defensive duo.

Criticism extended to their passing and build-up play, which left much to be desired. Pundit Hugh Keevins shared his concerns on Clyde 1 Superscoreboard, highlighting the limitations of Welsh and Scales as a defensive partnership in Carter-Vickers’ absence. Keevins emphasized, “When Carter-Vickers is not there, Scales and Welsh are not a central defensive partnership you can build the remainder of the season on – it’s just the way it is.”

Keevins’ sentiments echo the sentiments of many Celtic fans, who recognize Carter-Vickers’ importance to the team. The absence of the 26-year-old is keenly felt, underscoring the urgency for his return to full fitness.

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