Celtic's Teemu Pukki is still a threat despite his age, according to HJK boss Joonas Rantanen. The 36-year-old former Celtic striker is still capable of producing moments of magic, Rantanen believes. Pukki's best asset is his goal-scoring ability, and Rantanen is confident that he can still deliver in the big moments.
What happened?
HJK boss Joonas Rantanen has spoken about the importance of Teemu Pukki's role in the team's Conference League qualifier against Motherwell. Rantanen believes that Pukki's experience and knowledge will be crucial in the upcoming games.
Why it matters for Celtic
Celtic's recent form has been impressive, with the team on a 5-game winning run. The Bhoys are currently 3 points behind leaders Heart of Midlothian in the title race. With Pukki's experience and goal-scoring ability, Celtic will be looking to capitalize on their recent form and push for the title.
What comes next?
The Conference League qualifier against Motherwell will be a tough test for HJK, but Rantanen is confident that his team can rise to the challenge. With Pukki's experience and knowledge, HJK will be looking to make a statement in the upcoming games.
Celtic are currently 3rd in the Premiership, with 67 points from 33 games. They have scored 59 goals and conceded 35, with a +24 goal difference. They are on a 5-game winning run, with their most recent result being a 3-1 win over Heart of Midlothian on May 16th. Jota is currently sidelined for Celtic.
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