Rodgers on half-time scalding, Johnston's impact and player returns
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Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has met the media after his explosive comments following a poor first-half display against St Johnstone, as his side get ready to host Hibernian on Wednesday.
Here's the key points from his press conference...
Players sometimes need a reminder that "Celtic is not a club where you go through the motions" - praises response to half-time criticism as team became more "intense".
For top teams, football is about "working very hard", they didn't do that on Saturday and were "punished" for it.
Mikey Johnston was "outstanding" off the bench against St Johnstone as he emphasises the importance of substitutes in the modern game.
Onus is on Celtic against Hibs, his side shouldn't "waste time" and he expects a "very quick start".
Luis Palma is "fine" after a knock against St Johnstone. Liel Abada and Daizen Maeda are back on the training pitch and expects both to return to squad this month, with the Japanese further along in his recovery.
