![]() "Maybe when you begin, you think it maybe gets easier. That's the experience that you come through, that you go into every game understanding that. "You can play 100 games at Champions League level and you know the next one is still going to be difficult. It is the highest level of club football so there are no easy games. The one thing you know about this level, and that is what you need to get accustomed to, is that it is relentless. "But at the same time, it doesn't mean the challenge is any easier, because Leipzig are probably a better team today than they were in the first round. He also admitted that Celtic were still on a Champions League learning curve going into the blockbuster clash with Leipzig: "That's kind of what you hope for, that as we have more experiences at this level, that we become more accustomed to this level and what it means, and the fine lines between success and not having success. That is something for the other guys to take forward and gain that experience, but in terms of our style of play I think we have players who can replace Callum." He knows what is required to win a game in the Champions League and at international level. "I guess with Callum he has that experience at this level. There is a little bit of methodology that goes into it. I spend a hell of a lot of time thinking about football and what I do. When asked about a 'trial and error' approach to his midfield, Postecoglou said: "I hope it's not trial and error, mate. Jota misses Celtic training as star man a doubt for Leipzig.Ange Postecoglou will make a last minute decision on Jota's Leipzig involvement.However, Postecoglou laughed off any notion he was taking a punt on his team selection with his trademark 'mate' catchphrase. Matt O'Riley stepped back into a deep-lying midfield role in the win over St Johnstone, while the likes of James McCarthy and Oliver Abildgaard will also hope for their chance to fill the void left by the crocked Celtic skipper. However, the absence of McGregor in the midfield engine room is a major blow for the Scottish champions and their hopes of progressing in Europe. The Hoops host RB Leipzig at Parkhead on Tuesday night knowing a win could fire them back in with a chance of progressing to the last 16 of the Champions League or at the very least gaining third spot which would guarantee Europa League football beyond Christmas. ![]() Ange Postecoglou has shut down any thought of taking a "trial and error" approach as the Celtic boss looks to find a solution left by the long-term injury to Callum McGregor.
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