Celtic Triumphs With Controlled Performance In 2-0 Win Over Aberdeen To Avenge Cup Final Defeat

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Brendan Rodgers expressed satisfaction with his team's performance in their 2-0 victory over Aberdeen in the Scottish Premiership. This win served as a form of redemption following their penalty shoot-out loss to the same team in May's Scottish Cup final. The champions maintained their flawless start to the season, building on their previous 1-0 triumph against St Mirren.

Newcomer Benjamin Nygren, who recently joined from Danish club Nordsjaelland, opened the scoring in the 27th minute. The Swedish player netted his first goal for Celtic, showcasing his potential. Rodgers praised Nygren's contribution, stating, "Yeah, brilliant. Really pleased for Benji. That's why we signed him. You know, he's a player."

Japanese midfielder Reo Hatate extended Celtic's lead with a remarkable shot from outside the box in the 64th minute. His goal further solidified Celtic's control over the match. Despite Aberdeen's previous success against them at Hampden Park, Celtic faced minimal threats this time around.

Rodgers reflected on the game by saying, "Really pleased. We controlled it really well. We had a lot of really good moments in the game, scored two outstanding goals and had a few other opportunities to score." He acknowledged that while they couldn't dominate entirely, their defensive efforts were commendable when needed.

The manager highlighted how last season's Cup final loss was painful for his players despite an otherwise successful season. He noted that this recent win demonstrated their quality and determination. "But we came here today, we played with quality, we played with heart and we got the result," Rodgers added.

Rodgers also commended Reo Hatate for his consistent ability to finish well under pressure. "Reo has done that up here a few times," he remarked about Hatate's knack for scoring crucial goals from difficult positions.

This victory not only marked a strong start to Celtic's campaign but also showcased their tactical prowess and resilience against past adversaries.