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Celtic faces critical Europa League match against Celta Vigo

BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Celtic faces critical Europa League match against Celta Vigo
Summary

Celtic hosts Celta Vigo in the Europa League on October 22. Assistant manager Shaun Maloney indicated the match is 'close to' a must-win for Celtic as they look to maintain momentum after a strong 7-1 win over Hearts. There are concerns regarding team selection and defense, alongside potential atmosphere issues due to fan boycotts. The discussion also touches on the impact of the SPFL rights tender on fan accessibility to matches.

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  • •Celtic is coming off a 7-1 win against Hearts.
  • •The match against Celta Vigo is pivotal for Celtic's Europa League ambitions.
  • •Concerns exist regarding team selection and defensive lineup.
  • •Fan boycotts may impact the match atmosphere.
  • •The SPFL rights tender could affect future match accessibility for fans.
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Celtic face a Europa League test in Celta Vigo - can they keep the momentum going?

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