Celtic have been drawn against the German Powerhouse Bayern Munich in the last 32 of this seasons champions league.
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The Hoops are very, very confident at home, having won 11 straight games at Celtic Park across all competitions. Apart from beating Young Boys 1-0, they scored two or more goals in each of those events.
But on the other side, their defense has been remarkable. Celtic kept clean sheets in nine of those 11 events, proving to have a solid defense. However, those were primarily matches against domestic opponents.
Bayern defeated Werder this Friday, 3-0, in the opening Bundesliga fixture of the round. After losing to Feyenoord in the UCL, this team posted four straight victories, with a combined goal difference of 13-5.
The Bavarians haven’t been that confident on the road over the previous month and more. In the last five outings, they have three wins and two defeats.
Brendan Rodgers’ men have impressed in Europe this season, as well as taking care of the domestic bread and butter of Scottish football.
They are sitting head and shoulders above anyone else in the Scottish Premiership and finished 21st in the Champions League league phase.
Celtic vs. Bayern Munich Head to Head
Previous clashes between the two teams were in the 2017 UCL group stage. Bayern won on both occasions, 3-0 at home and 1-2 on the road.
Celtic vs. Bayern Munich Prediction
Bayern isn’t as ruthless on the road as before, but we still think they will beat Celtic and return home with a win.
Match stats
- Kane has six goals in seven Champions League appearances so far this season. He scored eight in 12 during Bayern’s run to last season’s semi-finals.
- Bayern registered 20 goals across eight games during the league phase. Only Barcelona (28) and Dortmund (22) – who put seven past Celtic – scored more.
Probable teams
Celtic: Schmeichel – Johnston, Carter-Vickers, Trusty, Taylor – Hatate, McGregor (c), Engels – Kühn, Idah, Jota
Out: Maeda (suspended)
Doubtful: –
Coach: Brendan Rodgers
Bayern: Neuer (c) – Laimer, Upamecano, Kim, Guerreiro – Kimmich, Pavlovic – Olise, Musiala, Sané – Kane
Out: Peretz (kidney)
Doubtful: Davies (hamstring), Gnabry (ill), Ito (metatarsal), Palhinha (ill)
Coach: Vincent Kompany
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Team Analysis
In recent weeks, Celtic has shown considerable prowess on the pitch, boasting a 75% win rate over their last eight matches. Their form has been notably strong, clinching six victories, one draw, and a sole loss. Notable triumphs include a comprehensive 5-0 victory over Raith and a commanding 6-0 win against Dundee. Their opponents have varied in strength, with significant victories against lower-ranked teams. However, a recent 2-4 loss to Aston Villa indicates potential vulnerability against superior opposition.
