What Celtic stars REALLY think of Champions League revamp as Paulo Bernardo has message for big guns

Paulo Bernardo is thrilled about the prospect of more games in the bumper new-look Champions League – despite some big guns greeting about the increased workload.

Manchester City star Rodri complained about the intense schedule at the top end of the game. But Celtic ace reckons the more games the better when it comes to Europe’s top competition. He said: “Yes, maybe they (older players) start to see things differently. I just want to play football – especially in the Champions League.

“They wanted to but their bodies and their legs must be tired because at a different age it can be difficult for them. At my age, almost all the players want to play as many games as they can. The new format is exciting for me and for the team because we have two more games in the competition and the Champions League is a level. I’m excited about the opportunity.

“I feel that way and I feel comfortable with the games that we have. We know that there are a lot and it will be difficult for us to be 100 per cent every game, I think it won’t happen. But if I can’t be at 100 per cent, I will be at 99 per cent.”

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