Celtic takes 3-0 lead against LASK in Champions League play-off
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Celtic secured a 3-0 victory over LASK on Wednesday at Celtic Park in the first leg of their Champions League play-off tie. This impressive win places the Hoops in a favorable position to advance to the league phase. Former Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel, now a pundit, exchanged light-hearted remarks with manager Martin O’Neill during post-match interviews. The second leg of the tie will take place in the coming weeks, where Celtic will aim to maintain their lead.
- •Celtic leads LASK 3-0 in the first leg of their tie.
- •Match held at Celtic Park on August 21, 2026.
- •Kasper Schmeichel engaged in banter with Martin O’Neill post-match.
- •The return leg is scheduled for next month.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Martin O’Neill couldn’t resist Kasper Schmeichel dig after Celtic’s LASK victory
"Martin O’Neill could not resist taking a brilliant swipe at former Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel after Wednesday night’s Champions League victory over LASK.The Hoops put one foot in the leag...
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