Celtic secures 3-0 victory in Champions League playoff against LASK
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Celtic won their Champions League playoff first leg against LASK 3-0 on August 20, showcasing an impressive attacking display. Goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo noted that LASK had two goals disallowed and emphasized that Celtic can improve despite their strong performance. Sinisalo made eight crucial saves and described the experience in the Champions League as thrilling. He acknowledged the challenges ahead and urged caution, stating that the matchup is 'not over' as they prepare for the return leg.
- •Celtic has won four consecutive matches this season.
- •They have scored 13 goals and conceded only one.
- •Sinisalo emphasizes potential for improvement despite the win.
- •The return leg against LASK will be critical.
- •Celtic's Champions League experience motivates the team.
- 1:08 PMYahoo Sports — 'Lot more to come' from Celtic - Sinisalo's ominous warning
"Celtic have won four out of four this season, scoring 13 goals and conceding just one - but goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo has warned "we can do so much better". The Finn was relieved LASK had two goals disallowed before Celtic dismantled the Austrians 3-0 with an impressive attacking performance in Tuesday night's Champions League play-off first leg.
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