Predicted XI: Celtic v Hearts (A)

Ahead of Celtic’s league opener against Hearts, we at Read Celtic will role-play (not that kind) and predict the starting XI.

We will be playing the role of Brendan Rodgers, and choosing the starting XI and how the team are expected to line-up on the pitch.

It also includes a bit of insight into what we expect from each player, and what they can do to make the difference.

After a 2-1 victory over Astana at Paradise, Celtic will turn their attention to domestic matters, as they begin their title defence and go in pursuit of six-in-a-row.

A trip to Tynecastle for Brendan Rodgers first game against Scottish opposition will present a tough test following a gruelling mid-week Champions League tie.

Hearts will look to start the league campaign strong after last season’s third-placed finish two poor Europa League qualifying performances to start this season.

Here’s our predicted XI for Sunday afternoon’s game against Hearts.