Celtic's Scottish Cup victory and Rangers' elimination set the stage for a challenging Champions League clash against Bayern Munich. Can Celtic overcome the odds and secure a result against the German giants?
Celtic enjoyed a successful weekend, securing a 5-0 victory against Raith Rovers in the Scottish Cup and witnessing their rivals, Rangers, eliminated by Championship side Queen's Park. This favorable outcome sets the stage for Celtic 's upcoming challenge in the Champions League knockout phase, where they will face the formidable Bayern Munich . This clash represents one of the most demanding tests in European football, with Celtic undeniably positioned as underdogs.
However, their recent performance and the passionate support of the Parkhead crowd should not be underestimated. While replicating Queen's Park's upset against Rangers might be a tall order, securing a positive result against Bayern Munich is certainly within reach. Raphael Guerreiro, a Bayern Munich player, acknowledged the significance of the upcoming match, stating, 'This is the Champions League for real now and for Bayern we feel it’s impossible to fail. This squad believes we’ll be in the quarter-finals at least but we have to take care of this phase now. Celtic have a good squad and they’re in the same position; they want to win. It won’t be easy for us, but we’re prepared for these two matches.' Celtic now faces the monumental task of overcoming the odds and expectations, aiming to secure a result against the mighty Bayern Munich. The German club is widely favored to progress in this tie. Celtic has already encountered two German teams in the Champions League this season, experiencing mixed fortunes. Away at Signal Iduna Park, they suffered a crushing 7-1 defeat against Borussia Dortmund, a result etched in the club's history as one of its most disappointing. Conversely, at home, they achieved a comfortable victory against RB Leipzig, a crucial result that propelled them into the next stage of the Champions League.
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