QUOTE OF THE DAY

‘Early season anxiety has turned to optimism. The impact Kyogo is havingisuncannilysimilartowhen Henrik was in his prime at Celtic’ at 0-0 from Joe Hart lifted the stadium and set the tone for the night.

“Great night’s work and what can I say about Tony Ralston? What a transformation. He got done out of man of the match, for me.”

Ross Campbell emailed: “I’m really impressed with Celtic’s latest signing Tom Rogic. Where did he come from? He had an outstanding game on Sunday and repeated it on Wednesday. Long may it continue.”

Iain Watson, Nairn, said: “Over the last few weeks I’ve seen so many journalists say that Ralston is ‘gaining cult hero status’ with the Celtic support, indicating that it’s probably temporary.

“What he’s gaining is a new-found respect from the Celtic support because of excellent performances. It’s very clear he’s enjoying playing under Ange.”

But John Caw issued a warning as he said: “I don’t know how Hart feels but I’m going to have heart failure with those two so-called central defenders, Stephen Welsh and Carl Starfelt. Never have I seen players who constantly put the ball back the way.” Rangers fans are not so impressed, though. George Wilson, West Sussex, said: “Celtic are playing quite well in midfield and up front. But they haven’t played anyone yet. AZ showed their defence up and good, quick players like Ryan Kent, Alfredo Morelos, Kemar Roofe, Scott Wright, Joe Aribo and Ianis Hagi will tear their poor defence apart.”

Joe Smith, Coleraine, said: “Regular poster Gordon Ashley is smoking funny stuff if he thinks Ralston is a better than Nathan Patterson. Patterson’s already played and scored in the Europa League.”

Stephen Johnstone, Ardentinny, said: “If Rangers fail to lift a cup, never mind the league, Gerrard will be shown the door. As it stands, the only cups I can see them lifting are in the canteen.”