Kasper Schmeichel was in fine form on international duty as Denmark and Serbia drew 0-0 in their latest UEFA Nations League encounter.
The point was enough for the Celtic goalkeeper and his teammates to secure progression to the competition's quarter-finals, with the 38-year-old having played a huge hand in keeping his side in contention.
Inside the opening six minutes alone, Schmeichel made a flurry of top-class saves at his far and near post, and was typically vocal in commanding his area throughout.
At the other end, second-string Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic – currently on loan at French Ligue 1 outfit Strasbourg – was equally impressive between the sticks, likewise keeping his side in the match on a handful of occasions.
Here's the UEFA Nations League match's highlights via the official Football Association of Serbia YouTube channel:
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After the match, Schmeichel expressed delight in Denmark's performance as a team, posting the following message on social media (translated via Google): "Fantastic to end the national team year with qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals.
"Thank you for your support throughout the year – see you in 2025."
Since signing for Celtic in the summer transfer window, Schmeichel has become one of Celtic's most important and consistent players.
The Dane has passed the eye test on more than one occasion, however Stewart Ross's analytical deep dive on the goalkeeper's 'breakout' performance against Kilmarnock at Rugby Park is worth reading in full:
Schmeichel's breakout Celtic game versus Kilmarnock analysed.
