The Courier & Advertiser (Fife Edition)
Skipper Brown urges Celtic to go on attack
Captain demands dominant display in Norway
Celtic captain Scott Brown has his sights set on another victory in Norway this week rather than simply trying to protect their lead over Rosenborg.
The Hoops are looking to knock their opponents out of the Champions League qualifiers for the second year running after a 3-1 first-leg win at Parkhead last week.
That represented an improvement on last year when James Forrest netted the only goal of the tie after a goalless first leg in Glasgow.
And Brown wants to maintain that progress with a dominant display in Trondheim tomorrow night.
The midfielder said: “The football we played in the second half was outstanding. We managed to keep them back in their half and keep the shots on Craig’s goal to a bare minimum.
“The way the lads played was exceptional but going over there is totally different circumstances.
“They know they have to come out and score two goals so here’s hoping we can open them up a little bit.
“We have so much pace all over the team now and it’s a big part of our game. We have Scott Sinclair who is back flying and Jamesy Forrest who was exceptional last year and has started the season as well as anyone.
“Odsonne (Edouard) as well looks a totally different player from last season. He is looking sharper, fitter and stronger and looks like he has a proper eye for goal. He’s been a breath of fresh air.
“It’s always hard going over there but last year we went there after a 0-0 at home and got a great victory with a great goal by Jamesy Forrest.
“We have won there before so the aim for us is to go over there, score goals, create chances and play good football. We believe we can do that.”
We have won there before so the aim for us is to go over there, score goals, create chances and play good football. SCOTT BROWN