Celtic achieved a significant Champions League milestone with a decisive 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig, matching a club record set 14 years ago. The win marked their third consecutive home victory in the Champions League, a feat last accomplished under Gordon Strachan. Brendan Rodgers’ squad overturned an early deficit with two goals from Nicolas Kuhn and a strike by Reo Hatate, securing an unforgettable night for Celtic fans.
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This win is part of a strong European campaign for Celtic, who have also defeated Feyenoord 2-1 and Slovan Bratislava 5-1 at home this season. They are set to face Club Brugge next, aiming to extend their unbeaten home streak. In another breakthrough, Celtic overcame a long-standing challenge, achieving only their second comeback win in 28 instances of conceding first, last done against Borussia Monchengladbach in 2016.
After the game, Rodgers noted the confidence boost for his team, highlighting their competitiveness in recent European matches. He reflected on the team’s unexpected success, particularly with four points from games against Atalanta and RB Leipzig, showing the progress they’ve made on the European stage.
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