ANGE POSTECOGLOU insists he was always prepared for the pressured environment at Celtic before stepping into the Parkhead hotseat.
And the Australian gaffer also knew that he would have to become an instant success in his new role.
Celtic have already landed the League Cup trophy this year and are currently three points ahead in the Premiership table.
The Hoops also have a small matter of a Scottish Cup semi-final against Rangers, so a successful season could easily turn into a historic one in quick time.
Speaking to former Australia goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer on Optus Sport, Postecoglou said: "It's been everything I expected, I think. You don't go into a role like this kidding yourself about what you're taking on.
"I was under no illusion that I was taking over a massive football club, with a massive following and massive expectations.
"But it was what was appealing to me, that's where I wanted to be.
"I couldn't do one of these AFL five-year plans where I walk in and say: 'I'll build a team in the next five years.'
"I knew that wouldn't cut it and it shouldn't at a club like this.
"The reality of it is I had to come in this year and bring success to the football club.
"This football club can't go two years without some sort of silverware."
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