Celtic vs Bayern Munich LIVE: Champions League result as unmarked Harry Kane scores in play-off win
Celtic 1-2 Bayern Munich: German side take crucial lead into the second leg after an enthralling match at Celtic Park
Bayern Munich scored either side of halftime through Michael Olise and Harry Kane but had to endure late pressure from hosts Celtic before securing a 2-1 victory in their Champions League playoff first leg. .
Olise's stunning shot in the 45th minute put the German side in front and Kane doubled the lead with a 49t-minute volley at the far post. Celtic cut the deficit in the 79th minute thanks to Daizen Maeda's close-range header to inject late drama into the match.
Bayern defended well as Celtic poured forward and needed a fine save from keeper Manuel Neuer in stoppage time to hold on to victory ahead of Tuesday's return leg in Munich to decide a place in the round of 16.
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Celtic vs Bayern team news, odds and prediction
Prediction
Bayern Munich are the massive favourites to win this one and they should get the job done. Vincent Kompany may decide to go all out and try to settle the tie in the first leg with the knowledge that Bayern play the second leg at home and can rectify any slip ups. Celtic face a big test but if they can score they may be able to force an upset as Bayern’s European form hasn’t been fantastic this season.
Odds
Celtic to win - 11/2
Draw - 16/5
Bayern Munich to win - 3/10
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Is Celtic vs Bayern Munich on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch
What is the Bayern team news?
For Bayern,the likes of Alphonso Davies, Hiroki Ito, Joao Palhinha and Serge Gnabry are set to be assessed before the match in Scotland.
Harry Kane, Jamal Musiala, Michael Olise and Leroy Sane are expected to form a formidable front four - but Vincent Kompany has Saturday’s Bundesliga clash with Bayer Leverkusen to consider too.
What is the Celtic team news?
Daizen Maeda, who has scored six goals in his last three games, is available for the first leg after his suspension was reduced from two Champions League games to one. The Japanese forward missed Celtic’s last match following his red card against Young Boys in the league phase.
James Forrest remains out with a foot injury he picked up against Rangers in December.
Team news
Line-ups should be announced in the next five minutes or so, so here’s a reminder of the early team news.
Daizen Maeda, who has scored six goals in his last three games, is available for the first leg after his suspension was reduced from two Champions League games to one. The Japanese forward missed Celtic’s last match following his red card against Young Boys in the league phase.
James Forrest remains out with a foot injury he picked up against Rangers in December.
For Bayern, the likes of Alphonso Davies, Hiroki Ito, Joao Palhinha and Serge Gnabry are set to be assessed before the match in Scotland.
Harry Kane, Jamal Musiala, Michael Olise and Leroy Sane are expected to form a formidable front four - but Vincent Kompany has Saturday’s Bundesliga clash with Bayer Leverkusen to consider too.
Is Celtic vs Bayern Munich on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Champions League fixture
When is Celtic vs Bayern Munich?
The Champions League play-off first leg between Celtic and Bayern Munich is due to kick off at 8pm GMT on Wednesday 12 February at Celtic Park.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on TNT Sports 2 with coverage beginning at 7pm. Subscribers can also stream the match live on Discovery+.
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Celtic’s performances through the league phase of the Champions League ensured they qualified for the play-off round and have a shot at reaching the last 16.
Brendan Rodgers’ team won three and drew three of their eight league games to finish 21st in the table, ahead of Manchester City, and set up a clash with the Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich.
Since a 4-2 loss to Aston Villa in their final league phase match, the Hoops have won all three of their fixtures notching up 14 goals and conceding just once. They are in decent form but Bayern will be their biggest test of the season so far.
Vincent Kompany’s side finished 12th, one point outside the automatic last-16 berths, and will want to continue their run in the competition. Bayern are top of their domestic league with a lead of eight points which gives them leeway to field a strong team for this encounter.
Celtic vs Bayern Munich LIVE
It’s another huge night of Champions League action as the new play-off round rolls on. Celtic face a tricky tie against Bayern Munich but will have home advantage in the first leg as the German giants come to Glasgow.
Kick off is at 8pm GMT.
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