Sport nationCeltic FC is on the cusp of making history, aiming to qualify for the Champions League knockout stage for the first time since 2012/13. Brendan Rodgers’ side faces RB Leipzig at Celtic Park, knowing a win would significantly boost their chances.
Current Standing
After three games, Celtic has four points, placing them 20th in the Champions League table. Their results so far:
- 5-1 win over Slovan Bratislava
- 0-0 draw with Atalanta
- 7-1 loss to Borussia Dortmund
Remaining Fixtures
- Nov 27: Club Brugge (H)
- Dec 10: Dinamo Zagreb (A)
- Jan 22: Young Boys (H)
- Jan 29: Aston Villa (A)
Qualification Scenarios
Beating Leipzig won’t secure automatic qualification, but it would put Celtic in a strong position. To reach the knockout stage:
- Finish in the top eight: requires at least 16 points (Opta supercomputer prediction)
- Finish 9th-24th: enter a two-legged knock-out phase play-off
- Finish 25th or lower: eliminated, no Europa League drop-down
What Celtic Needs to Do
- Win against Leipzig to gain momentum
- Secure two more wins to reach 10 points and guarantee a play-off spot
- Beat Club Brugge on November 27 to seal a play-off place
- Aim for 16 points to almost certainly finish in the top eight
Rodgers’ men have a crucial opportunity to make history. A win against Leipzig would bring them closer to the knockout stage, and with their remaining fixtures, Celtic’s fate is in their own hands.
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