Celtic vs Celta prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, October 22, 2026
On October 22, 2026, Celtic and Celta will meet in the third round of the Europa League league phase. Both sides will be looking to give their supporters something to celebrate.
Celtic vs Celta: team news and expert analysis
The Glasgow club faced significant problems last season. However, O'Neill eventually took charge and literally snatched first place in the Premiership by beating surprise leaders Hearts on the final matchday. They then added the cup as well! This season, despite generally strong performances on the domestic stage, the favorites managed to lose to Rangers both in the league derby and in a League Cup match. Celta, who also enjoyed a successful Europa League campaign last season, finished sixth in La Liga. This time, however, they did not record their first victory until just before the international break.
The Scots once again failed to make it through Champions League qualifying. It seems that after beating LASK 3-0 at home, they eased off and were thrashed 5-1 in Lask. Then, in the current European campaign, they suffered a 3-1 home defeat to Ferencvaros without offering much resistance. In October, Benfica handed them another heavy loss, 4-1, although Celtic did score a consolation goal.
The Spaniards also disappointed at the start of their Europa League campaign. They lost 1-0 away to modest Omonia. Then, against Juventus at Balaidos, they scored first but meekly went down 2-1.
Previous meetings: Celtic vs Celta
The clubs had already crossed paths in European competition in 2002, when they traded home victories.
This matchup is viewed as evenly balanced. However, taking home advantage into account, we will back the Scots to succeed in Glasgow with a draw-no-bet handicap of "0" (odds – 1.85).
Celtic vs Celta: key statistics and trends
- Celtic have lost three games in a row
- Celtic score an average of 2.56 goals and concede 0.56 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 44% of Celtic's matches, with an average total of 3.11 goals per game
- Celta have lost both of their previous league matches
- Celta Vigo score an average of 1.11 goals and concede 0.78 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 44% of Celta's matches, with an average total of 1.89 goals per game
Celtic vs Celta: possible starting lineups
Celtic play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Varga – Gomez, Ramakers, Kadu, Nagy – Korbu, Adam Nagy – Arzani, Sakariassen, Yusuf – Bagi
Celta play in a 1-3-4-1-2 formation (probable lineup): Radu – Marcos Alonso, Starfelt, Javi Rodriguez – Driouech, Carreira, Miguel Roman, Alvaro Nunez – Bursio – Douvikas, Pablo Duran
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