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Scott Sinclair 'happy' under Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers

Celtic's Scott Sinclair celebrates his goal - but he was to later miss a penalty
Image: Scott Sinclair is currently enjoying the feel-good factor in Glasgow

Celtic's Scott Sinclair says he feels rejuvenated playing under manager Brendan Rodgers and admits he still harbours an ambition to play for England.

The 28-year-old midfielder admits he could not be happier right now and, on Sunday, will be part of a Hoops' team hoping to reach the final of the Scottish Cup with a victory over their biggest rivals Rangers.

Much-travelled Sinclair has played for Bristol Rovers, Chelsea, Plymouth Argyle, Queens Park Rangers, Charlton Athletic, Crystal Palace, Birmingham City, Wigan Athletic, Swansea City, Manchester City, West Bromwich Albion and Aston Villa.

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Speaking at Celtic's open training day, Andy Walker tells Luke Shanley he believes Scott Sinclair has been the outstanding player in Scottish football this

And having journeyed across the border to Glasgow last summer, he told Sky Sports News HQ: "I'm enjoying every minute at Celtic.

"It's been a tough few years. Being relegated with Aston Villa and not getting a game at Manchester City is all behind me.

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Image: Sinclair says Brendan Rodgers has given him a new-found confidence

"I now have a manager who believes in me. He's given me a confidence and a belief.

"I'm scoring goals but in the past few years I haven't shown it as I've been in and out of teams."

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Looking ahead to Sunday's Hampden Park semi-final with Rangers, he added: "It will be more pressure than the league game.

"Everyone expects us to win three or four-nil, no matter what team we play. They (Rangers) have a new manager, who I'm sure will come in with different tactics, but we just have to concentrate on ourselves."

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Sinclair has represented England at five different age group levels, including the under-21s, but is yet to receive a call-up from the senior team.

But he says: "I still want to play for my country. It's a massive thing. I'm still hungry and I need to show my qualities and keep going."

Watch Sunday's Scottish Cup semi-final between Celtic and Rangers live on Sky Sports 2.

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