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Celtic leads LASK in Champions League play-off first leg

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:05 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Celtic leads LASK in Champions League play-off first leg

Summary

Celtic is competing in the UEFA Champions League 2026/27 play-offs against LASK at Celtic Park. In the first leg of the match on August 19, 2026, Benjamin Nygren opened the scoring for Celtic, followed by a second goal from Camilo Duran. This win positions Celtic strongly as they aim for advancement to the group stages and could affect their standing in the national coefficient rankings. The team is looking to solidify their European presence and diminish rivals' claims of superiority based on historical coefficient performance.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic currently leads LASK in the Champions League play-offs.
•Nygren and Duran scored to put Celtic ahead in the first leg.
•Celtic aims to secure a spot in the lucrative Champions League group stages.
•Rival Ibrox club has struggled in European competitions recently.
•Celtic's progression could affect their standing in the coefficient table.

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Celtic is on the cusp of taking away the only crumb of comfort the Ibrox supporters have left…Benjamin Nygren of Celtic scores his team’s first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2026/27 play-o...
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