Celtic midfield revamp receives unanimous Saturday Jury verdict after Reo Hatate blow as Rangers changes assessed
Craig Swan:Paulo Bernardo did well against Atletico and the Benfica loanee might be worth a run in the side.
Gordon Parks: It’s an opportunity for Paulo Bernardo to come in and make an impact. He looked the part against Atletico Madrid and has quality on the ball which could see him cement his place in the side.
Michael Gannon: Paulo Bernardo looked the part when he came on the other night and needs a run of games. This should be his chance.
Craig Swan: Two clean sheets for a start. But adaptability. Switching system for Europe gave the vibe of a coach who can be flexible.
Gordon Parks: Organisation, structure and a group of players showing an appetite to play and work for the team which was absent while Michael Beale was in charge.
Michael Gannon: He certainly takes no nonsense and is already influencing the team. There was a big improvement against Hibs and then he got a reaction from the poor first half against Sparta. Signs are positive.
Craig Swan: Hard going for both of them and last week’s trouncings against the Glasgow pair doesn’t offer them much hope.
Gordon Parks: No. Not unless all the moons align for one of the capital clubs as the bar with the Old Firm is normally too high to reach.
Michael Gannon: Unlikely. Both have their problems that will get exposed by the big two. Hearts need to defend better and if Hibs go 4-4-2 against Celtic they will get battered.
Craig Swan: It’s a bunfight in the middle of the table and Kilmarnock have as strong a shout as anyone. But they have to keep Kyle Vassell fit.
Gordon Parks: Why not? They have a top manager and a squad which has been enhanced by some shrewd recruitment and there are genuine goal threats within midfield and attack.
Michael Gannon: They will be