RB Leipzig 2-0 CelticLeipzig 2-0 Celtic

Thursday, 25 October 2018
UEFA Europa League
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Leipzig
28Mvogo
3Saracchi
4Orban
5Upamecano
16Klostermann
44Kampl  Majetschak 84'
27Laimer  89'
7Sabitzer  Ilsanker 61'
17Bruma  35'
29Augustin  Poulsen 91'
20Cunha  31'
Celtic
1Gordon
63Tierney
20Boyata  86'
5Šimunović  Hendry 75'
12Gamboa  Lustig 46'
88Eboue
21Ntcham
17Christie
16Morgan  Sinclair 71'
42McGregor
22Édouard
Subs
21Müller
23Halstenberg
22Mukiele
13Ilsanker  Sabitzer 61'  65'
40Majetschak  Kampl 84'
9Poulsen  Augustin 91'
11Werner
Subs
29Bain
3Izaguirre
4Hendry  Šimunović 75'
32Benković
23Lustig  Gamboa 46'
11Sinclair  Morgan 71'
15Hayes

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RB Leipzig 2-0 Celtic.
Celtic FC · Oct 25, 2018

Celtic starting XI to face RB Leipzig

KIERAN Tierney will captain Celtic in Germany tonight as the Hoops face RB Leipzig in the Europa League...

Celtic FC · Oct 25, 2018
VideoCelts · Oct 26, 2018

Celtic given triple injury boost

Benkovic missed Thursday’s Europa League defeat against RB Leipzig but looks like being available to play alongside Jack Hendry in central defence against Hearts at Murrayfield...

VideoCelts · Oct 26, 2018
VideoCelts · Oct 27, 2018

Obsessed Boyd plunges the depths to attack Celtic

Reflecting on Boyata from the sub seats at Rugby Park he explained: “as Jozo Simunovic was carried off on a stretcher against Leipzig on Thursday night, I bet he suddenly felt a whole lot worse...

VideoCelts · Oct 27, 2018
VideoCelts · Oct 26, 2018

Sam Allardyce slams Rodgers’ media critics

Discussing Kitson’s reaction to Celtic’s defeat in Leipzig Allardyce told TalkSPORT: “That’s totally and utterly embarrassing his criticism, maybe he is trying to make a name for himself.”...

VideoCelts · Oct 26, 2018
BT Sport · Oct 25, 2018

Brendan Rodgers reacts to Celtic vs RB Leipzig | Post-match interview

Brendan Rodgers can see the positives in Celtic’s defeat in Germany, as a weakened side hit by suspensions and injuries couldn’t overcome the odds...

BT Sport · Oct 25, 2018
Celts Are Here · Oct 27, 2018

Sutton Expresses ‘Surprise’ at Celtic Fans Over Rodgers Decision

CHRIS SUTTON admits he’s ‘surprised’ to hear so many Celtic fans who agreed with Brendan Rodgers apparent decision to prioritise Sunday’s tie with Hearts over the Leipzig game o Thursday.

Celts Are Here · Oct 27, 2018
Celts Are Here · Oct 24, 2018

Rogic Bombshell – Celtic Star Hasn’t Travelled and Benkovic a Doubt

BRENDAN RODGERS has confirmed tonight Celtic will be again without Tom Rogic for an away day in the Europa League with the player staying behind with an injury.

Celts Are Here · Oct 24, 2018
Celts Are Here · Oct 25, 2018

Has Chris Sutton Just Leaked Tonight’s Celtic Starting XI

CHRIS SUTTON has leaked the Celtic side that’s supposed to start against Leipzig this evening on social media.

Celts Are Here · Oct 25, 2018
Talking Baws · Oct 25, 2018

Where is Youssuf Mulumbu? Celtic Midfielder’s Absence is a Mystery

Celtic will be without Scott Brown for the Europa League qualifier with RB Leipzig tonight – and you’d expect that to be the perfect opportunity for Youssuf Mulumbu to play.

Talking Baws · Oct 25, 2018
Celts Are Here · Oct 25, 2018

We’re Here To Takeover – Absolute Scenes as Celtic Fans Gather in Leipzig

CELTIC FANS have been travelling in their thousands over the past few days, making the journey to Leipzig to watch the bhoys in green in matchday three of the Europa League...

Celts Are Here · Oct 25, 2018
VideoCelts · Oct 25, 2018

VIDEO: Celtic fans in incredible voice in Leipzig city centre

Kieran Tierney is the undoubted toast of the support with the bhoy from Wishaw wearing the armband tonight, if not he’d be roaring on the team from the stand with his pals...

VideoCelts · Oct 25, 2018
VideoCelts · Oct 26, 2018

Amazing picture shows the strength of Celtic fans corteo in Leipzig

Around 4,000 fans marched to the stadium behind a Green Brigade banner as they once again demonstrated their support for the club...

VideoCelts · Oct 26, 2018
Celts Are Here · Oct 25, 2018

Rodgers Makes Bold Europa Move – Fringe Duo Told To Be Ready

RODGERS has told Celtic fans he’s ready to use his fringe stars in the game against Leipzig with his hand being forced due to injuries and suspension.

Celts Are Here · Oct 25, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018

Mistakes, more injuries, at least the magnificent Celtic support turned up

“Jozo looks like he’ll be struggling,” Brendan Rodgers said, late last night in Leipzig.

The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018

Rodgers squashes unnecessary Griffiths rumour

A prominent Celtic supporter late last night tweeted about Leigh Griffiths.

The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018
VideoCelts · Oct 25, 2018

VIDEO: Watch the 4,000 strong Celtic corteo that brought Leipzig to a halt

Ahead of tonight’s Europa League tie the fans congregated in the city centre before heading off in support of Brendan Rodgers side...

VideoCelts · Oct 25, 2018
90 Minute Cynic · Oct 26, 2018

Cynic Xtra – Semi Final Preview

Welcome to the 90 Minute Cynic Cynic Xtra Podcast (@90minutecynic) with host Chris Gallagher joined by a panel of Christian Wulff and Louis McCaffrey.

90 Minute Cynic · Oct 26, 2018
Daily Express · Oct 26, 2018

Celtic players torn apart by pundit on live TV in brutal Sky Sports rant

CELTIC have been slammed by former star Andy Walker after their Europa League defeat to RB Leipzig...

Daily Express · Oct 26, 2018
BT Sport · Oct 25, 2018

Red Bull Leipzig vs Celtic (2-0) UEFA Europa League Highlights

Celtic’s struggles in Europe continue as a depleted squad fall to defeat in Germany...

BT Sport · Oct 25, 2018
The Scotsman · Oct 25, 2018

RB Leipzig poke fun at Rangers fans on Twitter prior to Celtic clash

RB Leipzig have endeared themselves to supporters of tonight’s opponents Celtic after poking fun at fans of their fiercest rivals...

The Scotsman · Oct 25, 2018
90 Minute Cynic · Oct 25, 2018

RB Leipzig – Celtic | The Preview

RB Leipzig v Celtic (Europa League) Thursday, 25th October Red Bull Arena, Leipzig Can Celtic overthrow the symbol of capitalistic football and redistribute three points to Glasgow?

90 Minute Cynic · Oct 25, 2018
90 Minute Cynic · Oct 26, 2018

Cynic Live Video | RB Leipzig- Celtic

With arched eyebrows, Christian Wulff and Chris Gallagher- together with fourth-wall-breaker Iain Dougan – met to discuss another disappointing European night for Celtic.

90 Minute Cynic · Oct 26, 2018
The Scotsman · Oct 26, 2018

What German newspapers said about Celtic’s performance against RB Leipzig

The German press have reacted to Celtic’s defeat at the hands of RB Leipzig, unanimously agreeing that the Bundesliga side were deserved winners...

The Scotsman · Oct 26, 2018
Celtic TV · Oct 25, 2018

Celtic FC – Hoops Headlines

📰 #HoopsHeadlines from Leipzig with Brendan Rodgers 🇩🇪 #RBLCEL #UEL --- Watch exclusive player and manager interviews, full-match replays and go behind the scenes of Celtic FC ONLY on Celtic TV...

Celtic TV · Oct 25, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018

£4million, Neil Doncaster and the case for SPFL assistance ahead of European qualifiers

On the same day that some Rangers supporting Hearts player is in the papers saying the he hopes Celtic get pumped against RB Leipzig in this evening’s Europa League match (remember we are the early kick-off at 5.55pm), it’s announced that Celtic’s efforts in Europe last season has resulted in today’s £4million windfall for eleven...

The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018

Leipzig diary part 2 – The Celtic march, another crush, lockouts and the same old story

I wake up feeling slightly fragile to the stunning Leipzig skyline.

The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 24, 2018

Rodgers Shocker! No skipper, Griffiths or Rogic for Leipzig test and Forrest is suspended!

BRENDAN RODGERS had some bad news for the Celtic support this afternoon as he gave an injury update after arriving in the trip to the east German city of Leipzig for tomorrow’s Europa Cup match...

The Celtic Star · Oct 24, 2018
Celtic Fans TV · Oct 26, 2018

RB Leipzig Away | Matchday VLOG

Here is the matchday vlog from Celtic’s trip to Leipzig in Europa League Group B.

Celtic Fans TV · Oct 26, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 27, 2018

Pumped? Rodgers warns Hearts that Celtic respond well to setbacks

A HEARTS no-mark player hoped that Celtic would get pumped in Leipzig on Thursday night and he got his wish.

The Celtic Star · Oct 27, 2018
VideoCelts · Oct 25, 2018

Rodgers drafts in two from the cold to face RB Leipzig

“This is what it takes to play for Celtic. It’s not just about the domestic league, you are working to qualify for European games and coming away to play big opponents...

VideoCelts · Oct 25, 2018
Read Celtic · Oct 25, 2018

Celtic face more major injury blows ahead of League Cup semi-final with Hearts

Celtic, already struggling with injury and suspension issues, are set to be without defenders Cristian Gamboa and Jozo Simunovic for this weekend’s League Cup semi-final clash with Hearts.

Read Celtic · Oct 25, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018

Gordon, Gamboa, Boyata, Simunovic, Tierney, Kouassi, McGregor, Ntcham, Morgan, Christie and Edouard…

That’s the Celtic team that is being suggested ahead of tonight’s Europa League match against RB Leipzig...

The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018

‘We have an incredible support,” Rodgers acknowledges the Troops

MURRAYFIELD will play host to the biggest football crowd in Scotland for a generation on Sunday at the sold out Betfred Cup semi-final between holders Celtic and current league leaders Hearts...

The Celtic Star · Oct 26, 2018
Herald Scotland · Oct 24, 2018

Big spending RB Leipzig believe they couldn’t afford to buy Celtic’s best players – as Kieran Tierney is described as one of Europe’s biggest talents

RB LEIPZIG manager Ralf Rangnick last night insisted his club, one of the richest in Germany, could not afford to buy Celtic’s best young players...

Herald Scotland · Oct 24, 2018
Celtic FC · Oct 26, 2018

Manager: Positives to build on from RB Leipzig game

BRENDAN Rodgers said Celtic can take encouragement from Thursday night’s Europa League defeat against RB Leipzig for the return leg at Paradise in two weeks’ time...

Celtic FC · Oct 26, 2018
Talking Baws · Oct 25, 2018

Celtic Player Ratings in 2-0 Europa League Defeat to RB Leipzig

Celtic lost 2-0 to RB Leipzig tonight in their third Europa League group game.

Talking Baws · Oct 25, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018

Scunnered! Depressing, predictable, tactically poor Celtic surrender in Leipzig

Europa League – RB Leipzig 2 Celtic 0 BRENDAN RODGERS watched his makeshift side hold their own on the first half hour of tonight’s Europa League Group stage match against RB Leipzig...

The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018
The Scotsman · Oct 25, 2018

Rumour Mill: Turkish giants eye Celtic man | Rosenborg keen on former Rangers ace | Hearts star ‘hopes RB Leipzig pump Celtic’

Besiktas set for Parkhead raid, Rosenborg could make move for former Rangers man and Steven MacLean has stoked things ahead of the Betfred Cup semi-final between Hearts and Celtic...

The Scotsman · Oct 25, 2018
Celts from the South · Oct 25, 2018

“I said I know, it’s only Matchday 3, but I Leipzig”

So, we approach the third fixture in Group B of the Europa League with a little bit more verve.

Celts from the South · Oct 25, 2018
The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018

‘Celtic are a good team. Tierney, McGregor and Edouard are great talents,’ Leipzig boss

RB LEIPZIG have spent over £200million over the past five seasons assembling their squad – that includes spending over £40million this summer but their manager Ralf Rangnick reckons they couldn’t afford Celtic’s three big talents who he named as Kieran Tierney, Callum McGregor and Odsonne Edouard...

The Celtic Star · Oct 25, 2018
Celtic FC · Oct 24, 2018

Manager: Celts will play without fear in Leipzig

BRENDAN Rodgers has called on his Celtic side to play without fear when they come up against RB Leipzig tomorrow night in Germany...

Celtic FC · Oct 24, 2018
Celts Are Here · Oct 26, 2018

Defensive Crisis – Duo Almost Certainly Out of Crunch Semi-Final

BRENDAN RODGERS has told Celtic fans both Cristian Gamboa and Jozo Simunovic will head for scans today to see the extent of their injuries.

Celts Are Here · Oct 26, 2018
Herald Scotland · Oct 25, 2018

RB Leipzig 2, Celtic 0: The awkward truth is Celtic aren’t even Europa League class

CELTIC not being good enough for the Champions League is understandable...

Herald Scotland · Oct 25, 2018
Twenty Minute Tims · Oct 29, 2018

TMT#155 – Beautiful Sunday

Welcome to the latest episode of Twenty Minute Tims...

Twenty Minute Tims · Oct 29, 2018
BALLS.ie · Oct 25, 2018

Chris Sutton Hammered For ‘Talking Shite’ About Celtic On Tough Night

Working on co-commentary tonight for Celtic’s Europa League tie against RB Leipzig, Chris Sutton was heavily criticised for his comments...

BALLS.ie · Oct 25, 2018
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