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Colby Donovan prepares for Celtic against Aberdeen in midweek home match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 1:33 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Colby Donovan prepares for Celtic against Aberdeen in midweek home match

Summary

Celtic Academy graduate Colby Donovan is set to continue his run in the first team as Celtic hosts Aberdeen at Celtic Park on Wednesday, September 2. The 19-year-old has started every game this season, stepping in as the primary right-back while Alistair Johnston remains sidelined with an injury. Celtic aims to maintain its perfect domestic record against an Aberdeen side currently holding a strong core. Following a recent home victory over LASK, the team is now preparing for the upcoming Europa League campaign. Donovan has credited regular feedback from the injured Johnston for his defensive development during this extended stretch of matches. The fixture kicks off at 19:45 local time.

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Status Watch

•Colby Donovan has started every match for Celtic this season.
•Celtic hosts Aberdeen at Celtic Park on Wednesday, September 2.
•Alistair Johnston remains unavailable for selection due to injury.
•The team is entering the Europa League after their result against LASK.

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1:33 PMYahoo Sports — Colby Donovan relishing the challenge of Aberdeen

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It’s been a whirlwind start to the season for Colby Donovan, and the Celtic Academy graduate has carried on from making nearly 30 appearances last term in the current absence of Alistair Johnston th...
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