Celtic and Rangers face financial losses after playoff exits

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Celtic and Rangers face financial losses after playoff exits
Summary

Celtic's exit from the Champions League may result in an estimated £30 million loss in revenue. Meanwhile, Rangers missed out on European football altogether after falling out of the Conference League playoffs. Their recent spending of over £40 million without European income puts them in a precarious financial situation. With both clubs' European dreams extinguished, significant financial implications loom ahead as they navigate their respective challenges. The situation marks a stark contrast to how both clubs typically manage their finances.

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  • Celtic eliminated from Champions League, costing approximately £30 million.
  • Rangers fail to secure European competition, facing financial turmoil.
  • Rangers spent over £40 million this year without European income.
  • Both clubs now confront substantial financial implications moving forward.
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Celtic’s Champions League exit means around £30m in lost revenue. That Conference League exit will also have major financial repercussions at Ibrox…Cameron Carter-Vickers of Celtic reacts after t...

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