Celtic picked up what could be a priceless point in this season’s Champions League after drawing 0-0 with Atalanta in Bergamo on matchday three.
Stung from the criticism following their 7-1 trouncing by Borussia Dortmund last time out in this competition, Celtic put in a disciplined and resolute performance in northern Italy to earn a draw against last season’s Europa League winners.
Manager Brendan Rodgers will no doubt be delighted with his team’s discipline and concentration, with Celtic absorbing so much pressure as the Serie A side flooded forward looking for a goal.
The top performances came in defence and the back-four proved resolute and while the Premiership champions only had some fleeting moments in attack, they did keep the hosts honest at the other end of the pitch.
Celtic now have four points from their opening three Champions League matches and can look forward to their next match, when they welcome German side Leipzig to Celtic Park on November 5.
We give each player a mark out of ten for their performance.
9. Adam Idah
Had the unenviable task of trying to retain the ball in the rare moments Celtic sprung out of their own half. Largely kept quiet by Atalanta's main centre-half Isak Hien. Replaced by Kyogo Furuhashi on 68 minutes. 5 | Getty Images
10. Daizen Maeda
For the second game in succession, the Japanese speedster was a diminished force out wide, playing on the periphery of Celtic's attack. Worked hard as always, but never had an opportunity to stretch his legs. Replaced by Luis Palma with 15 minutes remaining. 5 | Getty Images
11. Nicolas Kuhn
The jet-heeled German was Celtic's biggest threat on the counter. His pace kept Atalanta honest and he was also able to protect Johnston behind him. Swapped for James Forrest as the game reached its climax. 7 | Getty Images
12. The substitutes
Manager Brendan Rodgers can be pleased with the impact of his subs. All of them slotted into the system so well. Kyogo Furuhashi had a couple of sniffs at goal, while Paulo Bernardo, Luke McCowan, James Forrest and Luis Palma all came on and worked their socks off. | Getty Images