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Scott McDermott

Ange Postecoglou awards Callum McGregor Celtic living legend status but drops 'bit rusty' quip after Aberdeen heroics

Ange Postecoglou watched Callum McGregor hit the 200th goal of his Celtic tenure - and claimed his captain will be a living legend long after he’s left Parkhead.

The returning skipper scored an 87th minute winner to beat Aberdeen at Pittodrie and keep the Hoops nine points clear at the top of the Premiership. It was McGregor’s first competitive game since October after a knee injury but it looked like he’d never been away. Postecoglou heaped praise on his skipper and told everyone else in the league that he’s only going to get better.

After a vital victory over the Dons, the Celtic boss said: “Cal was a bit rusty wasn’t he? No, he’s just an outstanding footballer. We did awfully well to cover his absence. But it doesn’t take away from the fact he is a fantastic player who makes our team better. His ability to link up play in the way we want to play is crucial.

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