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⏱️ Celtic set new records with dominant UEL start against Utrecht
Jan 29 2026 21:10 · By onefootball.com · 375 Reads
Celtic have enjoyed a lightning fast start against Utrecht in their Europa League clash this evening.
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The Scottish side face the Dutch outfit on matchday eight of the league phase and hope to book their place in the play-offs for the knockout rounds.
Martin O'Neill's side got off to a flying start in Glasgow as it took just six minutes for Benjamin Nygren to fire the hosts in front.
Their lead was extended a few minutes later courtesy of an own-goal by Nick Viergever , before Arne Engels converted from the penalty spot to make it 3-0 before the 20th minute.
As a result, it is the earliest Celtic have led by two goals in a major European game, as well as their earliest three goal lead.
– Thursday, 29 January 2026
Can Celtic add to their tally and secure their place in the play-offs?
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