Callum McGregor criticizes Celtic unity after Rangers defeat

Celtic captain Callum McGregor has criticized his team’s performance following a 3-0 League Cup quarter-final defeat against Rangers at Ibrox. McGregor described the squad as a collection of individuals rather than a cohesive unit, noting the stark contrast between the two sides.

McGregor highlighted tactical deficiencies, stating that while the team enjoys playing with the ball, they failed to maintain the necessary defensive running and organization when possession was lost. He noted that attempting to defend with only six players makes success impossible.

The defeat follows a period of inconsistency for Celtic, including a recent aggregate loss to LASK in Champions League qualifying. McGregor emphasized the need for immediate improvement ahead of upcoming fixtures against Ferencvaros in the Europa League and a subsequent Scottish Premiership match against Rangers.