Report: Celtic Striker Search Takes Champions League Twist
Celtic are weighing up a move for Slovan Bratislava striker David Strelec as they seek to bolster their attacking options before the transfer window shuts on Monday night. [Record Sport] The Slovakian international, who played against the Hoops in their 5-1 Champions League victory last November, is high on Brendan Rodgers’ list of targets. The […]
Sarpsborg Chief “Expects” More Offers for Celtic Target Ørjasæter
Celtic’s pursuit of Norwegian winger Sondre Ørjasæter hit a stumbling block on Thursday, with Sarpsborg 08 rejecting an initial £4.4m bid for the highly-rated attacker. The 21-year-old winger impressed in the 2024 Eliteserien season, making 30 appearances, scoring six goals, and providing five assists for a Sarpsborg side that finished 12th in Norway’s top flight. […]
Celtic v Bayern Munich: Champions League Fixtures Confirmed
Celtic’s Champions League knockout play-off dates have been confirmed, with the Hoops set to take on Bayern Munich in a massive European showdown. The first leg will take place at Celtic Park on Wednesday, February 12, with an 8pm kick-off, as Brendan Rodgers’ side look to take a big step towards the last 16. The […]
Champions League Side in Talks for Celtic Left-Back Target – Report
Celtic’s hopes of landing Tyrell Malacia as a short-term replacement for Kieran Tierney appear to have taken a hit, with reports in Portugal claiming Benfica are now in discussions with Manchester United over a move for the left-back. The Hoops had identified Malacia as a potential loan signing after Arsenal blocked Tierney’s early return to […]
Friday Press Conference: Brendan Rodgers Confirms Winger’s Exit
Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that Celtic winger Luis Palma is set to join Olympiacos on loan until the end of the season, with the Greek side holding an option to buy. Palma will travel to Greece tonight to finalise the move, where he is expected to undergo a medical in El Pireo before completing the […]
Friday Press Conference: Rodgers Jokes Celtic “Got the Easier One” After Bayern Draw
Brendan Rodgers delivered a tongue-in-cheek reaction to Celtic’s Champions League knockout draw, joking that the Hoops “got the easier one” after being paired with Bayern Munich. Celtic fans were braced for a blockbuster tie after finishing 21st in the league phase, with only Bayern or Real Madrid as possible opponents. When asked about the draw, […]
Friday Press Conference: Brendan Rodgers Eases Schmeichel Injury Fears
Brendan Rodgers has eased fears over Kasper Schmeichel’s availability for Celtic’s trip to Motherwell, revealing the goalkeeper was simply given a rest day rather than suffering from any injury setback. Sky Sports had reported that keeper’s absence, with SNS photographers also not snapping him in training. Schmeichel’s absence from Friday’s training session at Lennoxtown sparked […]
Rodgers Provides the “Likely” Kieran Tierney Timeline
Celtic will have to wait until the summer to welcome Kieran Tierney back to the club after Arsenal decided to block an early return before the January transfer window closes on Monday. Brendan Rodgers confirmed earlier this week that the left-back had agreed to rejoin Celtic at the end of the season once his Arsenal contract […]
“Hugely Disappointed” – Rodgers Fears UEFA Sanction for Celtic Supporters
Brendan Rodgers has admitted he would be hugely disappointed if UEFA impose an away fan ban for Celtic’s Champions League knockout tie against Bayern Munich. The Hoops boss addressed the issue after UEFA issued a disciplinary notice over a smoke bomb thrown onto the pitch during Celtic’s 4-2 defeat at Aston Villa. With the club […]
Kasper Schmeichel Mystery
Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel was a noticeable absentee from training on Friday, raising questions over his availability for this weekend’s Scottish Premiership clash against Motherwell. According to Sky Sports, the Celtic No.1 was not involved in the Lennoxtown session, and SNS photographers also failed to capture any images of the veteran shot-stopper in action. At […]
Middlesbrough Confirm Signing of Celtic Youngster
Middlesbrough have officially confirmed on X the signing of Celtic youngster Josh Dede. The 19-year-old full-back, who has been a regular for Celtic B in the Lowland League, now moves south to continue his development in the English game. Dede joined Celtic’s academy at the age of 10 in 2016 and progressed through the youth […]
Alternative Viewing Option Emerges For Celtic’s Champions League Tie
Celtic fans awaiting confirmation of their Champions League play-off schedule will soon find out when their side will take on Bayern Munich, with UEFA set to finalise and announce the fixture details later tonight. One key change from previous rounds is that Amazon Prime Video could broadcast one leg of the tie, rather than both […]
When UEFA Will Confirm Celtic v Bayern Munich Fixture Details
Celtic now know their fate in the Champions League knockout stage, with Bayern Munich standing between them and a place in the last 16. Brendan Rodgers’ side were drawn against the German giants this morning at UEFA’s headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland, after finishing 21st in the league phase. The Hoops will host Bayern at Celtic […]
Celtic Receive Injury Boost as Jota Prepares for Third Debut
Celtic have been handed a major boost ahead of their trip to Motherwell, with Cameron Carter-Vickers returning to training after his latest injury setback. [SNS] The key defender missed the midweek Champions League clash against Aston Villa, with Brendan Rodgers initially hopeful he’d be ready to return for Fir Park on Sunday. Now, signs are […]
Bayern’s Instant Reaction to Celtic Champions League Draw
Celtic will face Bayern Munich in the Champions League knockout stages after Friday morning’s draw in Switzerland confirmed the German giants as their next opponents. The first leg will take place at Celtic Park on either 11 or 12 February, with the return leg in Bavaria set for 18 or 19 February. Bayern reacted to […]
Celtic Draw Bayern Munich as UEFA Away Day Ban Looms
Celtic will face Bayern Munich in the Champions League knockout stages after Friday morning’s draw in Switzerland confirmed the German giants as their next opponents. The first leg will take place at Celtic Park on either 11 or 12 February, with the return leg in Bavaria set for 18 or 19 February. Brendan Rodgers’ side […]
Celtic Release Troubling Friday UEFA Statement
Celtic have been hit with a fresh disciplinary notice from UEFA following their midweek clash with Aston Villa, raising concerns over potential fan restrictions for the knockout round of the Champions League. The issue stems from the use of pyrotechnics, an offence that previously saw the club fined €20,000 after an incident during the match […]
When Celtic Fans Should Expect James Forrest’s Return
Celtic winger James Forrest has been out for just over six weeks with a knock suffered in the Premier Sports Cup final against Rangers on December 15th, meaning he has been out for a little longer than originally suggested by Brendan Rodgers after the game. Rodgers has stressed at least six weeks out for Forrest, […]
Watch: Mathias Kvistgaarden’s Perfect Response to Celtic Transfer Speculation
Brøndby striker Mathias Kvistgaarden has reacted to speculation surrounding a potential record-breaking transfer to Celtic with a goal for the Danish side yesterday. With Brøndby facing Dallas in a mid-season friendly, Kvistgaarden’s opener ultimately proved to be the difference, amid rumours that Celtic are in negotiations with Brøndby for the Danish striker, with his representatives […]
How Celtic’s Knockout Playoff Qualification Boosted Scotland’s UEFA Coefficient
Celtic’s Champions League knockout playoff qualification is certainly a positive for the rest of Scottish football with regards to Scotland’s coefficient. The Hoops have been criticised by others for not contributing enough points to the coefficient, despite the fact that they consistently play at a higher European level compared to any other team in the […]