What did you make of that game?

I was pleased. Obviously, we made changes in the game. It's one of those ones where you can be more comfortable in the game if you get those early goals with two massive chances in that first period of the game. And of course, if you can get those against a team that's going to be resolute and defend, then that can open up the game for you. So we didn't quite take them, a really good chance. We had other big chances in the game, but I have to be pleased. I think guys getting minutes that are important players and play different roles for us in the squad. The likes of Tony Ralston and Cameron Carter-Vickers getting his minutes under his belt because we're not training a great deal, but he gets the chance to get good minutes in his legs. Greg Taylor coming back is so important for us. And then the two wingers coming in, haven't had a lot of game time, in all fairness, but they come in and work hard. And it's never easy to find that rhythm when you come in and haven't played a great deal. But it was job done. We controlled the game, created chances, should have had more goals and didn't concede. So, we have to be happy.
 
Did you have an eye on the weekend with squad selection tonight?

It's the reason for making the changes, to keep the energy and the freshness. And then, obviously, the guys can come in and affect the game. I think the supporters see the team now in a different place. Maybe a year ago there had been a bit of edginess and whatnot. But the team's in a really good place. We created chances, we should be in front at half-time. We weren't. So, just stay calm, and keep the ball moving quickly. And then when the opportunities come, then hopefully you can take them.

Are you happy with the players getting the result despite that big game on the horizon?
 
It's always a challenge because you can look ahead very easily and have some exciting games. But it's Celtic, it's all about the performance in the next game. And the players deserve a big credit because they focused very much on the performance, getting the result, which is key. And amidst a busy period, players getting game time. So their focus and concentration was very good.

How are Kuhn, Idah and McGregor after missing out today?

All three will be fine. Nicolas Kuhn had a sore hip after the game at the weekend. But he trained today, so that was good. Callum as well, and Adam also. We'll see their reaction. Hopefully, it will be all right. So, yes, I think he's got away with one there, Adam.  He's still a bit sore, a bit swollen, but the medical team tell me he's done a bit of work today. So, hopefully, no reaction to it.  It was a poor challenge. I think everyone could see that.  But, yes, we've had, and he's had, more importantly, that little bit of luck because he's a very, very important player for us in our squad.

A word on Kyogo's showing tonight?

He had a couple of chances, especially the second one. But he was alive the whole night. He obviously gets taken down for the penalty and makes great runs. But he's a very important player for us.
 
What did you make of Alistair Johnston's performance?

Fantastic. Being on the move, he brings an energy.  He's played a lot and I thought it was important just to give him that breather, especially with the big games that are coming up. And Tony's a very capable player to come in and support. But he gives us great energy, Alistair, in the game. It's a great finish because he's on the move, in the box, like he was at the weekend. And he's starting to enjoy scoring now, so hopefully that will continue.
 
Aberdeen beating Rangers at Pittodrie - are you surprised?

Listen, Aberdeen have had a fantastic start. That's a really good result for them. But as I'm sure you can respect, my focus is very much on Celtic. Our guys have made a brilliant start also, in terms of how they've been playing, the goals they've been scoring, secure defensively in the main and in a really good position in the Champions League. But it's still so early. My first marker is after 10 games. And if I look at it after 10 games, then we've made a really good start. Aberdeen are there as well, but there's still such a long way to go.
 
Are you looking forward to the League Cup semi-final this weekend?

Always great occasions. I love going to Hampden and we're in a really good place arriving into there. We've got players coming back and hopefully, it'll be a really exciting game.