McDonald loves the pressure
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SCOTT McDonald has no fears about Celtic’s ability to challenge on all fronts despite watching Rangers crumble under the strain last season.
The Scottish champions are aiming to reach the knockout stages of the Champions League for a third successive campaign.
A fourth consecutive Premier League title is also the priority for Gordon Strachan’s men.
However, McDonald – top goalscorer last term with 31 goals – sees no reason why Celtic should suffer a similar fate to Rangers if they embark on an extended run in the Champions League.
“We made the last 16 of the Champions League last year and we came through that okay.
“I can’t see it being any different this year,” he said.
“But we’ve got the squad more than capable to handle it.”
Celtic open their Champions League campaign with the visit of Danish champions Aalborg tomorrow.
“Every game is a must-win, the home games especially,” McDonald added.
“That’s where we’ve been strong in the last couple of years and that’s got us through to the next stages of the Champions League.
“We don’t want to rely on that but it would be nice to get off to a good start at home.
“We don’t know too much about Aalborg,” McDonald said.
“But I’m sure as it gets closer, the manager will make sure we get a good look at them.”
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