Celtic enjoyed a winning start to life under John Kennedy who was handed the interim role following Neil Lennon’s exit as the Parkhead chief. But they have little to play for in the league and a win against Dundee United this weekend would only hand them an opportunity to spoil Rangers’ party before the latter conquer the silverware drawing an end to the Hoops’ decade-long supremacy in Scottish football.
Predicted 4-1-2-1-2 Celtic Lineup To Face Dundee United
Defence
The Bhoys have underperformed all over the pitch and that also includes Vasilis Barkas, who failed to justify his reputation between the sticks. Lennon opted to restore Scott Bain in goal and the new boss must retain the same with the Scotsman offering enough stability of late.
Midfield
A midfield diamond brought them some success in recent weeks and Kennedy, thus, must not experiment much in his initial days. Skipper Scott Brown, still irreplaceable deep down the pitch, would offer his physicality and combativity to dominate the space and possession, also the presence of Callum McGregor would be crucial for his work rate and ball-carrying ability. Ryan Christie, still not at his best, might operate from the right due to James Forrest’s fitness concerns and the gaffer should stick to David Turnbull as a ‘number 10’ for being their shining light in a gloomy season overall.
Attack
Odsonne Edouard is leading the golden boot race with 16 goals to his name, but the Hoops could not figure out his striking partner who is capable of spearheading the attack with great efficiency. None of Leigh Griffiths, Patryk Klimala or Albian Ajeti grabbed the attention and Kennedy, thus, should give a nod to Mohamed Elyounoussi who might offer a bit more flexibility and variation in the attacking third.
