Celtic has unveiled their 24-man squad for the Champions League group stage, featuring all their key summer signings as they prepare for a challenging schedule in Europe’s top club competition.
This season, Celtic will kick off their campaign at home against the Slovakian champions Slovan Bratislava on September 18. The team’s schedule includes challenging opponents such as Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig from the Bundesliga, Atalanta, Club Brugge, Dinamo Zagreb, Young Boys, and Aston Villa. The Hoops aim to make an impact by securing at least a playoff spot between ninth and 24th to advance in the competition.
Celtic’s Champions League Squad: [UEFA]
Goalkeepers: Kasper Schmeichel, Viljami Sinisalo, Scott Bain
Defenders: Alistair Johnston, Greg Taylor, Liam Scales, Auston Trusty, Alex Valle, Maik Nawrocki, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Anthony Ralston, Stephen Welsh
Midfielders: Reo Hatate, Luis Palma, Nicolas Kuhn, Yang Hyun-jun, Luke McCowan, Arne Engels, Paulo Bernardo, Callum McGregor, James Forrest, Adam Montgomery
Forwards: Kyogo Furuhashi, Adam Idah, Daizen Maeda
There are no real surprises there. Adam Montgomery will probably raise a few eyebrows, but he’s there to make up the club-trained numbers.
The youngster has struggled with injury this year, but will hopefully get over these issues. He played a key role during Postecoglou’s finest season at Celtic but has seen limited action and loan spells since.
There is no space for Odin Thiago Holm, who misses out.
It’s a strong squad, especially with the new additions, and Celtic will look to make a string showing of themselves.
