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Rodgers wants off-field humility but ‘football arrogance’ at Celtic

Brendan Rodgers has urged his Celtic players to find a balance both on and off the pitch.

The Hoops are flying high after claiming the Scottish League Cup on the weekend, which prompted striker Moussa Dembele to suggest that no team in Scotland can beat the Glasgow giants.

However, Rodgers moved quickly to put a lid on the excitement at Parkhead by suggesting a more humble approach from his squad.

"You should always retain humility in how you work," said Rodgers.

"They're obviously on the back end of doing well and are confident but I'll always keep a lid on that for them.

"There is always something just around the corner that you've got to be ready for. But look, it's nice. I want my team to play with a football arrogance.

"Off the field it's all about humility, but I have that. I don't think there is any arrogance in what's been said. I want them to have a football arrogance."

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