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Celtic faces Benfica while Starfelt sidelined by injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 8:45 AM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Celtic faces Benfica while Starfelt sidelined by injury

Summary

Celtic prepares for an upcoming Europa League match against SL Benfica on October 18, 2026. Former defender Carl Starfelt will miss the clash due to a muscle tear sustained while on international duty with Sweden. Starfelt's absence, alongside World Cup winner Borja Iglesias, leaves Celtic with limited defensive options. Dane Murray is expected to fill in for Cameron Carter-Vickers, who is also out injured. Starfelt previously contributed to Celtic's success, including a domestic treble season, but faced criticism during his tenure at the club.

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•Celtic to play against SL Benfica on October 18, 2026.
•Carl Starfelt ruled out due to a muscle tear in his right leg.
•Dane Murray likely to replace Cameron Carter-Vickers in defense.
•Starfelt previously helped Celtic achieve five domestic trophies.
•Celtic faces challenges with key players unavailable for the match.

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8:45 AMYahoo Sports — From Carl Starfelt to Dane Murray, be careful what you wish for

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He was regularly slated as a Celtic player, but Carl Starfelt would be most welcome in the current Hoops side…Carl Starfelt of Sweden during the Nations League football match between Bosnia and Herz...
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