Celtic is set to conclude their European journey for this season with a crucial Champions League match against Feyenoord at Parkhead on Wednesday evening. In a surprising twist to the anticipated lineup, Stephen Welsh has been named in the starting XI, marking his first start for Celtic since October 2022.

The Celtic team, under the guidance of Brendan Rodgers, is gearing up for their final game of this year’s Champions League. Kick-off is at 8 pm UK time, with the match being broadcast live on TNT Sports 2. Celtic TV will also provide live commentary for its subscribers, continuing its season-long coverage of the team’s European campaign.

Celtic’s last encounter with Feyenoord on matchday one in Rotterdam ended in a 2-0 defeat, a game marred by a reduction to ten and then nine men on the field. Avoiding a repeat of that scenario is crucial for the Hoops as they aim for their first European victory of the season.

Celtic team v Feyenoord: Hart, A. Johnston, Welsh, Scales, Taylor, Tomoki, McGregor, O’Riley, Palma, Kyogo, M. Johnston.

Subs: Bain, Morrison, Lagerbielke, Phillips, Turnbull, Holm, Oh, Bernardo, Forrest, Ralston, Frame.

French referee Benoit Bastien will be officiating the game. Bastien has had limited Champions League engagements this season, with his only other group game being between Royal Antwerp and Porto.

Welsh’s inclusion in the starting lineup comes as a significant surprise. His last start for Celtic dates back over a year, and his return to the first team in this match indicates Rodgers’ faith in his abilities.