Andrea Pirlo says Juventus are ready for their UEFA Champions League clash with Celtic, regardless of what the Scottish champions throw at them.
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The Bhoys surprised many by qualifying for the last 16 and deserve their place among Europe's elite after an unforgettable 2-1 victory over Barcelona at Celtic Park in November.
The Glasgow giants' reward for finishing runners-up in a group that also contained Spartak Moscow and Benfica is a two-legged tie with Italian champions Juve, and Pirlo has warned Neil Lennon's side not to take them lightly.
The veteran midfielder claims the Bianconeri are capable of adapting their style of play to suit the occasion, whether it be overpowering their opponents, or simply outclassing them.
"We are prepared for whatever Celtic have to offer," he said. "We saw that they beat Barcelona in Glasgow, but we are prepared to adapt maybe more than Barcelona did.
"We know Barcelona play fantastic football, but Celtic frustrated them. Whatever way Celtic want to play, we are ready for them.
"If they want to play football, we'll play football. But if they want to battle, we are ready to go to battle."
The 32-year-old then spoke about the calibre of player Juve possess and believes their combined experience will serve them well in their quest to progress to the quarter-finals of the competition.
"I know that Celtic Park will be like a gladiator arena, but we're ready," declared Pirlo. "We have players who have won the World Cup and Champions League, so we are used to intimidating games.
"I'm sure the noise from the Celtic fans will be crazy, but that will only make us more determined to go into battle."
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