Celtic’s Central Defensive Pillars Carter-Vickers and Trusty Miss Training Ahead of Kilmarnock Clash
Celtic’s dominant American defensive duo, Cameron Carter-Vickers and Auston Trusty, were conspicuous by their absence at Lennoxtown training sessions, sparking concerns ahead of Sunday’s Scottish Premiership encounter with Kilmarnock.
The pair played pivotal roles in Celtic’s thrilling 3-1 Champions League victory over RB Leipzig on Tuesday, but Sky Sports reports that they missed Thursday’s training, just 48 hours before the Rugby Park showdown.
Trusty appeared to sustain an ankle injury in the first half against Leipzig, while Carter-Vickers was substituted with 15 minutes remaining, replaced by Liam Scales. This development raises alarm bells, considering Carter-Vickers’ recent return from a toe injury.
The partnership between Carter-Vickers and Trusty has been instrumental in Celtic’s solidity at the back. Trusty, a summer signing from Sheffield United, has flourished alongside Carter-Vickers, forming a formidable central defensive alliance.
Their absence from training will undoubtedly worry manager Brendan Rodgers, who is expected to address their status ahead of the Kilmarnock match. Celtic’s rearguard resilience has been built around the Carter-Vickers-Trusty axis, providing a foundation for the team’s success.
The Hoops’ medical staff will be working tirelessly to assess the duo’s fitness, with the hope of having them available for selection on Sunday.
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