‘CELTIC TOO FAST,’ WOLFSBURG BOSS

WOLFSBURG supremo Klaus Allofs admitted the Bundesliga giants weren’t ready for Celtic at the weekend.

The former German international striker, now Director of Sport at the club, said: “The game was a very good test, which considering the level of difficulty, maybe came a bit too soon for us.

“Celtic have been in their preparations for longer and there were a number of scenes in which that was very visible.

“There was a lot of tempo in the game, but considering the way the match went, the defeat was unnecessary.

“It’s no real surprise that we had fitness deficits in a number of situations. At this stage of the preparations, we are just not as far along as Celtic.”

Paul Seguin, whose deflected shot gave the Germans the lead, added: “In the first half, we played quite well – especially in our attacking efforts.

“At the back, we at times lacked the communication we need, but that will change.

“Obviously, I am delighted about my goal, but it’s a real shame we didn’t win.”