Celtic's First Test: Can They Steer Clear of Trouble?

Celtic faces St Mirren in the Premier Sports Cup Final, a game that could define the start of new manager Wilfried Nancy's journey. The team has had a rough patch, losing back-to-back home games to Hearts and Roma. This match is a big chance for Nancy to show his skills and bring home some silverware. St Mirren is no pushover. They have proven themselves in recent meetings, giving Celtic a tough time both at Celtic Park and in Paisley. The final at the National Stadium promises to be a fierce battle. Celtic's recent struggles have put pressure on Nancy. Some people think the League Cup isn't that important, but for Nancy, this game is huge. A win could steady the ship, while a loss could make things even harder. The team needs a boost, and this final could be just that. Nancy has had a tough start. The management's decisions didn't make things easier. He was thrown into the deep end, still jet-lagged, and had to implement a new system quickly. The team that won in Rotterdam should have been his starting point, but instead, he had to deal with the consequences of poor decisions. Despite the challenges, there are reasons to be hopeful. Nancy has talked about rotating the squad and learning from recent defeats. St Mirren will likely sit back and try to exploit Celtic's defense, especially with Celtic's recent chaos. However, with the massive Celtic support at Hampden, a win is possible.