Celtic’s sizzling start to the new season hasn’t surprised former Bhoys and Ireland defender Darren O’Dea, who says he could “smell” the quality in Brendan Rodgers’ squad during pre-season. The 20-time capped star travelled with Celtic to the USA during the summer, where they picked up eye-catching wins over Manchester City (4-3) and Chelsea (4-1).

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Brendan Rodgers’ side have now won their first nine matches of the season, scoring 33 goals along the way, and have totalled 17 consecutive victories stretching back to last term