Celtic refocus their attention on the Europa League this week as they visit Bologna at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on Thursday night (kick-off: 5.45pm UK time).
Martin O’Neill’s side currently occupies the final playoff spot in the table, having won two, drawn one and lost three of their opening six games,. They head to Northern Italy knowing that defeat could see them scrambling to progress to the knockout rounds when they welcome FC Utrecht in their final league phase game next week.
As for their hosts, Bologna, they enter the game in a far healthier position and look on course to secure at least a playoff berth. Currently in 13th position, a win against Celtic would secure that playoff spot and give them a chance at gaining automatic qualification to the knockout rounds.
Ahead of the game at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, The Scotsman has all the latest team news:
5. Juan Miranda - Bologna - AVAILABLE
The Bologna defender is suspended for the club's next league match after hitting the threshold for yellow cards, but will be available for the Europa League clash with Celtic. | Getty Images
6. Kasper Schmeichel - Celtic - RETURN TO STARTING XI?
The Danish international is likely to be recalled to the starting XI after being handed a rest for the 2-0 Scottish Cup win over Auchinleck Talbot. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
7. Stephen Welsh - Celtic - INELIGIBLE
Recalled from his successful loan spell at Motherwell last week, the Scottish defender was given a start in the weekend win over Auchinleck Talbot, but won't make the trip to Bologna due to ineligibility. He wasn't included in Celtic's Europa League squad for the competition. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
8. Callum Osmand - Celtic - OUT
Had surgery on a hamstring injury at the back end of the last calendar year, and isn't expected back until March at the earliest. | SNS Group