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Could Callum McGregor be the unlikely hero for Celtic against Bayern Munich?

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Celtic and Bayern Munich go head-to-head this week.

Callum McGregor of Scotland looks on prior to the FIFA 2018 World Cup  Group F Qualifier between Scotland and Slovakia at Hampden Park on October 5, 2017 in Glasgow, Scotland.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has some tough decisions to make ahead of his side’s Champions League clash against Bayern Munich this evening, but it could be a player likely to be named on the bench that has had a big impact come the final whistle.

Callum McGregor may be unlikely to kick off this clash, having featured for only 25 minutes thus far in Europe, but if the match is as tight as some are expecting, it could be determined by the changes made by both managers on the night.

Callum McGregor of Celtic celebrates after he scores his second goal during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Celtic and Hibernian at Celtic Park Stadium on September 30,...

The 24-year-old has scored six goals and provided three assists 18 games this season and he will no doubt be ready if he is called upon in the second half, knowing that a single goal could make all the difference not just on the night but for Celtic’s hopes of progressing in the competition.

His versatility on the field and his ability to score and create marks him out as the ideal super sub – a player Bayern may be less aware of but one who could make them pay if he gets the opportunity.

Brendan Rodgers manager of Celtic speaks to the media during the Celtic Press Conference prior to the Group B UEFA Champions League match between Celtic and Bayern Muenchen on October 30,...

Only time will tell how this match plays out and who – if anyone – is destined to be Celtic’s latest European hero. However there is no doubting McGregor’s ability and he really should get more time to prove himself in Europe.

The decision rests with Rodgers, and it could be one that ultimately defines his legacy.