⏱️ Celtic set new records with dominant UEL start against Utrecht

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Hannah Pinnock·29 gennaio 2026

⏱️ Celtic set new records with dominant UEL start against Utrecht

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.

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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.

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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.

2/3 - Tonight is Celtic's... ⏰ Earliest ever 2-0 lead in a major European game (10 minutes) ⏰ Earliest ever 3-0 lead in a major European game (19 minutes) Speedy.
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