Rodgers’ pre-match want was for the tie to nonetheless be “alive” when his aspect arrive in Bavaria subsequent week.
That would be the case, nevertheless it may have been even higher.
Maeda rounded Manuel Neuer and had a sight at an open objective – albeit from a really acute angle – whereas Reo Hatate had a long-range hit diverted, and Alistair Johnston a late strike saved by the palms of the skilled Neuer.
In response to Rodgers, the German giants “had been completely satisfied” for the ultimate whistle.
“Celtic made alternatives and Bayern have to hold that in thoughts,” former Scotland worldwide Pat Nevin stated on NUZTO 5 Dwell.
“They will not hand over and soccer is unusual generally. Something may occur.”
On Monday afternoon, nobody thought Maeda would play. By minute 78 of this sport, few thought Celtic had a any semblance of an opportunity. And but right here we’re.
“We hung in towards a extremely high aspect and gave them issues,” Rodgers added.
“We go over subsequent week, we’ll play at a fantastic stadium, nice pitch, and we have confirmed we are able to play. We’ve got to have that aggressive mindset.
“We’re nonetheless proper within the tie. It is solely a one objective distinction. It is a large problem, we all know that nevertheless it’s nonetheless a risk.”
