Celtic are back in action this weekend as their title defence continues against Hearts
Brendan Rodgers reckons getting 'dirty' has been the secret weapon to Celtic's stunning start to the season.
"That gives you the opportunity to attack more. That's what we're seeing this season, that aggression, winning duels, second balls, third balls, all of that dirty stuff allows you to attack more. If you neglect that side, you won't attack the same. Why? Because you don't get the same amount of time on the ball, because you're defending more.
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