Ange Postecoglou says Celtic are out to ‘create some magic’ as they march relentlessly towards the Premiership title.
The Parkhead manager is adamant a 12 point cushion over Rangers will not be taken as permission for his players to switch on cruise control for the final seven matches. Postecoglou – who revealed Reo Hatate remains out for Sunday’s trip to Kilmarnock – is of the belief no 90 minutes should be wasted.
Only when the trophy is handed over will the Greek-Australian take his foot off the gas.
“Why should we [ease off]?” he said. “I mean, there are seven games to go so why would we want to waste any one of them?
“Every game is an opportunity to create some magic and create some create moments for our supporters and also the players themselves.
“We’re not going to waste a day of it, mate. Not until the season is finished.
“In terms of the league, when we get handed the trophy then we’ll celebrate. But up until that point we’re just going to keep our heads down and keep going.”
Hatate, meanwhile, has been struggling with a hamstring problem and will play no part again at Rugby Park. But Postecoglou stressed the Japanese midfielder is not a long-term absentee.
“It’s fair to say Reo won’t make next week,” the manager said. “But he won’t be out long term. It’s just a case of making sure he’s ready do go. Reo has been fantastic for us. He’s always performed well for us on the derby games, in the big games.
“I think if you look back chronologically at the year, whenever we need a contribution from people, we have always had it. No-one has let any gaps appear in our football, in our squad or in our line-up. Whoever steps in does that needs to be done.”
