The hard yards are always done in the build-up so pre-season friendlies are the preferred method for players to establish a fitness base during the summer. Ange Postecoglou's side are in Austria for a summer training camp that will be interspersed with games.
It's been just 53 days since Celtic lifted the Premiership title after a 6-0 drubbong of Motherwell on the final day of the campaign. Tonight, they are back in action as the business of retaining their trophy begins in earnest. The SV Bad Erlach Stadium doesn't really compare to Parkhead, but all green and white eyes will be on it as the Hoops get a kick of the ball again.
SC Wiener Viktoria are the opposition and fans will be keen to get a look at their favourites once again as the countdown to the Scottish Premiership opener continues. Postecoglou's men host Aberdeen on July 31 and will be determined to mark flag day with a victory. Alexandro Bernabei will make his debut for the club against the Austrian minnows while fellow new recruit Benjamin Siegrist has to make do with a place on the bench. Returning superstar Jota isn't in the squad, and there's a start for Christopher Jullien, who looked to be heading out the door last week.
