The international break has arrived, forcing Celtic to hit pause as domestic action takes a back seat.
Several key first-team players will swap Lennoxtown for international duty, with the Nations League resuming this weekend.
The likes of Kyogo Furuhashi, Daizen Maeda, and Reo Hatate will also be in action outside of Europe, but for fans, the concerns remain the same.
The break brings the perennial worry of injuries. Supporters will be anxiously hoping their stars return unscathed, especially with crucial fixtures looming large.
Celtic’s Champions League campaign resumes soon, alongside next month’s Premier Sports Cup Final and the highly anticipated New Year derby.
Brendan Rodgers will be desperate for a fully fit squad as the club navigates this pivotal stretch.
One player who won’t be heading off is Adam Idah. The Republic of Ireland striker has withdrawn from international duty after picking up an injury during Celtic’s 2-0 win over Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.
Idah was forced off and replaced by Kyogo, and now the Irish FA has confirmed he will miss upcoming fixtures against Finland and England.
For Rodgers, this latest knock is a reminder of the fine line between maintaining form and avoiding fatigue.
As Celtic fans endure the international break, all eyes will be on their returning stars, hoping they come back fit and ready for the battles ahead.