Matt O'Riley's 'big incentive' as Celtic star earns glowing verdict after Denmark breakthrough

Ange Postecoglou believes Matt O’Riley can push his way into Denmark’s World Cup 2022 plans.

And the Celtic boss admits he’s delighted to see so many of his Parkhead stars in the mix for places in this year’s showpiece in Qatar.

Postecoglou has troops scattered across the globe representing their countries during the last international break of the season.

For some coaches, it’s a worrying time as they sweat over players returning without injury. Postecoglou, however, is happy to see members of his squad out in the field.

A former international manager himself with Australia, the 56-year-old sees great benefit in Celtic stars joining up with their nations.

O’Riley is away for the first time having been chosen by Denmark’s Under-21 coach Jesper Sorensen for the clash against Belgium on Tuesday.

It’s a rapid ascent for the midfielder who only signed from MK Dons two months ago.

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O’Riley has slotted seamlessly into life at Celtic and his instant form led to the shout from the Danes.

The senior side have already booked their place in Qatar having sauntered through Scotland’s section and coach Kaspar Hjulmund is now piecing together his long-term plans for the big one in the Middle East.

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