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Ewan Paton

Kyogo reflects on Celtic injury versus Rangers which 'caused everyone to worry'

Kyogo reflects on Celtic injury versus Rangers which 'caused everyone to worry'

CELTIC star Kyogo admits his recent injury scare has 'caused worry to everyone'.

The Japan striker was forced off after just two-minutes against Rangers earlier this month with a shoulder injury.

He appears to have recovered fine from the knock, though.

However, the 27-year-old has failed to score in the three matches he's played since.

Writing in Japanese publication, Mainichi, the pacey frontman reflected on the injury and his determination to get back to his usual scoring ways.

He said: "I started my second season with Celtic.

"I practiced with everyone from the pre-season camp, but the team has been working under manager Ange Postecoglou since last season. Personally, I have become able to understand English a little more, and I am able to speak on my own.

"Looking at the results, we scored a lot of goals. I was injured in the league match (with Rangers), and I caused everyone to worry, but now there is no problem at all. I am full of feelings that I want to give back with more goals and victories.

"The team will challenge the European Champions League for the first time in five years. Their first league match was on the 6th, welcoming champions Real Madrid to the home ground, Celtic Park.

"The (Champions League) anthem was played when we entered, and it was a great cheer. I got goose bumps at the atmosphere that the supporters created with more power and enthusiasm than usual. With that behind you there is a sense of being the best in the world."

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