Celtic’s upcoming clash with Dinamo Zagreb is being billed as the ‘game of the season’ in Croatia.
The Hoops head to the Maksimir Stadium knowing that a win would all but see them through to the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in over a decade.
They warmed up for the match in fine fashion, beating Hibs 3-0 at Celtic Park yesterday to move nine points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership with a game in hand.
A European victory on Tuesday could be colossal for both sides, and that is why the Croatian media is giving the game a blockbuster billing.
CeltsAreHere this morning recorded an interview with Lovre from X account Croatian Football (@CroatiaFooty). We asked how Celtic are being perceived in the Croatian media ahead of the match: “A very dangerous opponent,” he said.
“Very good physically, that’s something that Dinamo have to bear.
“[It’s the] game of the season; the players have to be hyped for it.
“[Celtic will be] a hard opponent, but it’s being played in Zagreb, which gives it a bit of an edge.”
Although Zagreb will be no pushovers, they are currently riddled with an injury crisis, at which the club was forced to make a statement this morning.
Key, big-game striker Bruno Petkovic is currently unavailable, along with midfield duo Petar Sucic and Josip Misic.
Celtic have an almighty opportunity to beat Zagreb while they’re down and take a colossal stride towards the last-16 play-offs on Tuesday. Kick-off is at 5.45pm as Brendan Rodgers and Co. kick off what could potentially be a season-defining week.
