Celtic return to European football this evening looking to secure a Champions League last 16 playoff spot as they welcome Belgian outfit Club Brugge to Celtic Park.
Victories over Slovan Bratislava and RB Leipzig, combined with a battling draw against Atalanta, have resulted in Brendan Rodgers’ side picking up an impressive seven points in the League Phase of the competition.
With another three points expected to be enough to ensure a top 15 finish, and a further three games to go after tonight’s fixture, Celtic can take a huge leap towards the knockout stage of the competition with a win this evening.
While the 7-1 defeat in the UEFA Champions League was tough to take for Brendan Rodgers’ side at the time, it is the only blot on their copy book so far this season, with Celtic emerging from the thumping at the Signal Iduna with renewed vigour in Europe’s elite competition.
There are some selection dilemmas for Rodgers though, with Adam Idah, Alex Valle, Paulo Bernardo and Liam Scales all desperate to start. Considering Celtic’s hectic schedule, could the head coach consider resting Kyogo? Will Scales and Valle be restored to the starting XI? Or will the line-up remain unchanged at Celtic Park tonight?
Here is how The Scotsman predict Celtic will line-up to face Club Brugge tonight:
5. LB: Greg Taylor
There's no doubting that Taylor has a battle of his hands for the left-back slot this season, with Barcelona youngster Alex Valle performing well when called upon. The Scotland international will be expected to start vs Club Brugge though, with his experience in high-pressure games likely to be vital. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
6. CM: Callum McGregor
The captain is always the first name on the team sheet when he is fit, and he will lead his side out in Glasgow tonight. | SNS Group
7. CM: Reo Hatate
The Japanese international has been outstanding this season and will look to add to his Champions League goal tally after notching the third in the 3-1 win over RB Leipzig. | SNS Group
8. CM: Arne Engels
The young Belgian is growing in confidence week by week. His size and physical presence in the middle will be important against Club Brugge. | SNS Group