Celtic host Celta de Vigo in the Europa League, says EFE

On October 22, 2026, Celtic will host Celta de Vigo at Celtic Park for matchday J‑3 of the Europa League group stage. Live coverage will be led by SAKIS SAVVIDES and ORIOL CARTRÓ of EFE, with broadcast via MPlusDeportes.

Line‑ups and match details

Celtic line up Sam Johnstone between the posts, with Ionut Radu, Colby Donovan, Kieran Tierney and Mika Baur forming the defence. In midfield appear Sergio Carreira, Marcos Alonso and Dane Murray, while Sebastián Cáceres, Liam Scales and Javi Rodríguez complete the attacking line alongside Haissem Hassan. Coach Martin O'Neill leads the Scottish side.

Celta de Vigo field Iago Aspas as the starting striker, supported by Hugo Álvarez and Javi Galán in attack. In midfield, Javi Rueda and Ángel Arcos operate, while the defence includes players such as Javi Rodríguez and others who complete the line‑up under the direction of Claudio Giráldez.

Fans can follow the match using the hashtags #CelticCelta and #EuropaLeague on Twitter, and the broadcast is available on MPlusDeportes. Live commentary will be provided by EFE, with the voice of ORIOL CARTRÓ.

On Celtic's bench stand out Callum McGregor, Alex Oxlade‑Chamberlain and James Forrest, among others who can be brought on if the manager requires. Liam Kennedy, Sebastian Tounekti and other listed substitutes are also available.

The match is part of group stage J‑3, where every point is crucial for qualification to the next round of the Europa League. Both teams will look to collect the three points to improve their position in the table.

Supporters can enjoy the minute‑by‑minute narration and post‑match reactions in the coverage, which provides analysis and commentary after the game.