Celtic busy with penalty practice before Ibrox visit
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has confirmed that the team is practicing penalty kicks ahead of their upcoming cup quarter-final match against Rangers. O'Neill emphasized the importance of preparation for high-pressure scenarios in cup competitions.
Why it matters
High-stakes football matches often hinge on penalty shootouts, making tactical preparation a critical component of professional sports management.
The last three Old Firm cup ties have gone to extra-time, with two of those settled on penalties and Celtic prevailing each time.
So it's no surprise to hear the visitors have been practicising spot-kicks for Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox.
"We absolutely do (practice penalties), we'll take it that far," said manager Martin O'Neill. "We've always done this in cup competitions.
"It cannot replicate the stadium, the crowd, all of that type of stuff either home or away, it's not like that at all.
"But at least you if you've had a couple of penalty shots, even if you're, let's say, a centre half or something and you're asked to do it and if you've not practised it, well then it'll be a double whammy for you because you've not done it in front of a big stadium and you've not even practiced it.
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