Celtic were outclassed in all areas of the pitch against Borussia Dortmund on Matchday Two of the UEFA Champions League. 

Here's how Brendan Rodgers' players rated on the night

Kasper Schmeichel: A difficult night for the Dane. Schmeichel has faced little danger in his time playing in Scotland but cost his side early doors when he took down Jamie Gittens inside the box for an early penalty. Whilst the experienced Premier League winner used his body well to make some saves it was ultimately a night to forget. He was caught too far away from his near post for Adeyemi’s second goal and on numerous occasions failed to get down quickly and react to Dortmund’s barrages. 4

Alistair Johnston: The Canadian could never be accused of a lack of effort but a confusion with Callum McGregor led to goal number one whilst he gave away possession cheaply in the lead up for goal number six. The right-back put in some strong challenges but struggled to play through the Dortmund press. 5

Auston Trusty: A baptism of fire for the American on his first Champions League start. He failed to keep up with the pace of Adeyemi and Guirassy and took too long reacting to the volume of the opposing attacks. He also took too long getting back in shape and played Guirassy onside for the sixth goal. 4

Liam Scales: Whilst the Irishman struggled to keep track of attacking runners early on, he recovered to make some vital defensive interventions and looked comfortable in possession. Scales was turned inside out by the talented Guirassy for goal number six and couldn’t block Nmecha’s low drive for the final nail in the coffin. 5

Greg Taylor: A half time substitution seems harsh in regards to Taylor’s performance on a night where he did the basics in terms of simple passing and getting tight on opponents when needed. 6 

Callum McGregor: An unfortunate ricochet and miscommunication with Johnston led to Dortmund’s first penalty and opener. As always dropped into space to receive ball and looked really comfortable in possession even against strong opposition. 6

Paulo Bernardo: A difficult night in the Signal Iduna for the Portuguese. The former Benfica midfielder struggled to get a hold of the ball and relieve any pressure from his backline. He was also caught out with a slack pass in his own half that created a shooting opportunity for Pascal Gross. He would be replaced by Reo Hatate at half-time after completing a mere six passes in 45 minutes. 4

Arne Engels: The Belgian put in a terrific right footed cross into the penalty area set up Maeda’s leveller. However, the new arrival struggled to open up the Dortmund defence or retain possession as the half went on and his late reaction and tackle on Adeyemi gave away a second penalty and fully vanquished any hopes of a Hoops resurgence. 6

Nicolas Kuhn: Quiet game from the winger returning to his home country. Chances to make real impact were limited by Dortmund’s dominance but failed to create any real issues for Die Schwarzgelben defence aside from one run in behind that was followed up by a weak effort on goal. 5

Daizen Maeda: The man from Japan displayed all the attributes that make him such a threat to defences in domestic and international competition. Brought Celtic back into the game unconventionally latching onto Engels cross with his side after well-timed run into the box. He also caused Cuoto real problems with his electrifying pace in one-on-one situations but gave the ball away cheaply for the fifth goal. Continued to be Celtic’s main attacking outlet in the second half and one of the few who can look back with pride on their performance. 7

Kyogo Furuhashi: The fan-favourite was virtually non-existent on the night but was totally starved of chances and couldn’t display his predatory instincts in and around the penalty area. Whilst the Japanese forward did attempt to work back and help out his teammates it was a forgettable performance and his wait for an away goal in Europe’s premier competition goes on. 4

Substitutes

Alex Valle: Replaced Greg Taylor for the second half to make his Champions League debut. Showed more energy in getting forward and trying to impact the game in the attacking areas and should have left the night with an assist to his name after sending a deflected ball across box in the direction of Adam Idah, which the Irishman should’ve converted. Caught out of position and was slow to react to Felix Nmecha for goal number seven. 

Reo Hatate: The Japanese creative midfielder was brought on to add greater technical quality to the Celtic midfield and did just that. Linked well with his countryman Maeda to get to the byline and cut ball across box in rare chance for visitors. Hatate was direct and played with real creative intent, putting two strikes from the edge of the box over the crossbar. Did receive a yellow card for a late challenge

Adam Idah: One moment will haunt Celtic’s big-money striker when he reflects on his substitute appearance. A bouncing ball in from Valle was just behind Idah but he’ll be kicking himself for only sending his header from three yards out into the arms of Gregor Kobel. Did show good pace to get in behind Dortmund’s defence late on but couldn’t get a shot off.

Yang Hyun-jun:  The Korean wide man failed to create any real danger or make his mark on the game in his half-hour off the bench.

Anthony Ralston: A cameo from the boyhood Celt and academy graduate on his third Champions League appearance.