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Celtic prepares for tough play-off against LASK at Celtic Park

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:18 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Celtic prepares for tough play-off against LASK at Celtic Park

Summary

Celtic faces LASK in the first leg of their Champions League play-off at Celtic Park. With the transfer deadline passed, Celtic has made four new signings for the upcoming match. Former player Cillian Sheridan notes that the club has a history of struggling in these play-offs, failing in their last five attempts. There are concerns over squad depth and pre-match preparations, especially after the exit of key player Arne Engels. Supporters are anxious about the pressure surrounding the fixture, as qualifying for the Champions League is seen as essential for the club.

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Status Watch

•Celtic plays LASK in Champions League play-off at Celtic Park tonight.
•The transfer deadline passed with four new signings, no additional additions.
•Celtic has failed to qualify in last five Champions League attempts.
•Concerns raised about squad depth and recent departures affecting preparations.
•Pressure mounts as fans expect annual Champions League qualification.

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12:18 PMYahoo Sports — Are Celtic undercooked for LASK play-off?

What they're saying

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Former Celtic striker Cillian Sheridan believes the "minimum" for the club should be qualifying for the Champions League every year. The signing deadline for this tie came and went on Tuesday night with no further additions, leaving the number of new recruits at four before tonight's first leg at Celtic Park. "This is going to be a really tough task, LASK are a formidable proposition," says Stephen McGowan, football writer for The Herald.
— Yahoo Sports

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