Integral Jullien Leads The Way

Despite defeat to The Rangers, Jullien again stepped up in a big game. There was really no contest for Bhoy of the Match.

He wasn’t faultless of course, and with 2 defensive errors, he contributed to the 9 Celtic racked up to apply pressure on themselves.

Jullien was successful with 15 challenges and interceptions, which was 6 more than the next player Ajer. He also led the team with 12 recoveries and effected a team leading 8 clearances.

Seven times he won back possession in his own defensive third, two more than any other player.

In total his defensive actions resulted in possession being won back 9 times whilst only losing it once. Again, he led the team.

His 36 completed passes is average (89% completion), but he joint led the team by creating 2 chances and providing a secondary assisting pass. Being fouled for the penalty meant he led the team with xA of 0.976.

Not content with that he also led the side with 3 efforts on goal within the box. Two headers were cleared off the line by Davis.

His overall Celtic Attacking Threat (CAT) score of 7 was second only to Christie. He also led the team with Expected Scoring Contribution (expected goals + expected assists) of 1.235.

Jullien has been Bhoy of the Match in 5 games this season:

• A in Stockholm

• A vs The Rangers

• A to Rennes

• H to Lazio

• H to The Rangers

He shows remarkable consistency in big games and will be crucial for the run in.