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Celtic aims to bounce back in Europa League after Ibrox setback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 6:33 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Celtic aims to bounce back in Europa League after Ibrox setback

Summary

Colby Donovan emphasized Celtic's intention to recover from a recent 3-0 defeat to Rangers in the League Cup. The loss marked a transition for the team, which failed to advance in the Champions League after relinquishing a large lead against LASK in the play-off. Celtic's Europa League campaign begins with a home match against Ferencvaros on Thursday. Donovan stated that overcoming the disappointment is essential and highlighted the benefit of having frequent fixtures to regain momentum. He also expressed excitement about his first call-up to the Scotland national team under new coach Sebastien Pocognoli.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic lost 3-0 to Rangers in the League Cup.
•The team failed to progress in the Champions League after a poor performance against LASK.
•Celtic faces Ferencvaros in the Europa League opener on Thursday.
•Colby Donovan aims to help the team repay disappointed fans.
•Donovan received his first Scotland national team call-up.

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6:33 PMYahoo Sports — Celtic must 'repay the fans' after Ibrox shocker, says Donovan

What they're saying

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Defender Colby Donovan insists Celtic are looking to go far in the Europa League and shrug off the disappointment of the League Cup defeat to Rangers. Martin O'Neill's side failed to progress to the Champions League after surrendering a four-goal lead to LASK in Austria in the play-off second leg.
— Yahoo Sports

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