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Celtic prepares for UEFA Europa League challenge against Benfica

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 6:16 PM

Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Celtic prepares for UEFA Europa League challenge against Benfica

Summary

Celtic faces Benfica at Estádio da Luz on October 14, 2026, in a UEFA Europa League match. Manager Martin O’Neill anticipates a tough contest, acknowledging Benfica's strong performance after defeating AC Milan in their opening match. Celtic aims for a positive result after a disappointing loss to Ferencvaros in their previous game. Injuries may impact the squad, but O’Neill is hopeful for a competitive outing, emphasizing the importance of this match for their qualification ambitions.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic faces Benfica on October 14, 2026.
•O’Neill acknowledges Benfica's quality after their win in Milan.
•Celtic lost to Ferencvaros in their opening match.
•Cameron Carter-Vickers is unavailable due to injury.
•O’Neill is optimistic about squad's competitiveness.

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6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Manager: We're looking forward to tough Benfica test

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Martin O’Neill knows his side face a very tough test on Thursday night when they face Benfica at Estádio da Luz in Lisbon.But the UEFA Europa League clash is one that the manager and his squad are ...
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