‘Kairat Are Not a Champions League Team’: How Celtic Fell to the 473rd Best Side in the World
Celtic were knocked out of the Champions League on Tuesday by Kairat, a Kazakh team who many won't have heard of before this week. So, just how big...
Nottingham Forest plot to replace Nuno Espirito Santo with Brendan Rodgers gets boost
NOTTINGHAM FOREST’s plot to replace Nuno Espirito Santo with Brendan Rodgers has received a major boost.
SunSport exclusively revealed on Saturday...
Newcastle pocket unexpected cash windfall after Celtic crash out of Champions League
NEWCASTLE have received an unexpected windfall after Celtic were knocked out of the Champions League.
The Magpies have had few positives in the...
Meltdown as Celtic secure the worst European result in SPL history
Celtic’s humiliation last night in Kazakhstan is one of the most .....
The post Meltdown as Celtic secure the worst European result in SPL history...
Wales leaving no stone unturned in planning for ‘challenging' Kazakhstan trip
Wales have prepared for their marathon World Cup qualifying trip to Kazakhstan by involving Craig Bellamy's squad in “challenging” logistical...
Champions League draw simulated as Arsenal face NIGHTMARE league phase including Real Madrid and Inter Milan
THE Champions League draw has been simulated, and Arsenal could be handed a nightmare
The actual draw for Europe’s premier football competition is...
‘A F**king disgrace’ Celtic fans react to embarrassing Champions League exit
Celtic fans are seething at the club’s embarrassing Champions League play-off penalty shootout exit to Kazakhstani side Kairat on Tuesday evening....
Celtic will be seeking first Glasgow Derby win in 2025
Celtic returned from Kazakhstan today carrying the pain of their Champions League disaster at the hands of Kairat but manager Brendan Rodgers, if...
Two Hearts matches set to be impacted by Celtic's nightmare Champions League exit
The shock result in Kazakhstan means there could be up to eight domestic fixtures changed for The Hoops
Celtic embarrassed in the Champions League as financial implications laid bare
Not only was Celtic’s European exit embarrassing, but it will also leave a huge financial hole. Brendan Rodgers’ side were stunned in Kazakhstan as...
After Calamity in Almaty – It’s Europa League slow lane for Celtic
Following Celtic’s defeat to Kairat Almaty on penalties last night, Brendan Rodgers’ side will now play Europa League football this season… Despite...
Mr Shock Jock brands Celtic Champions League defeat 'mind-blowing' as sneering sidekick puts boot in
The talkSPORT pundit ripped into Brendan Rodgers and his side after the penalty shocker in Kazakhstan
Everything Brendan Rodgers said after Celtic’s Calamity in Almaty
Celtic’s Calamity in Almaty – Brendan Rodgers spoke to the media after his side were beaten by Kairat on penalties in the Champions League playoff...
Celtic crash out of Champions League qualifying as transfer gamble backfires
Celtic failed to strengthen over the summer led to a shock penalty shoot-out defeat to Kairat Almaty from Kazakhstan
“Polar Opposite” – Pundit Slams Celtic’s 6-Month Downfall
Former Celtic defender and current Partick Thistle manager Mark Wilson has laid bare the gulf between Celtic’s European highs last season and the...
World media reacts as Celtic conspiracy goes global with 'undermined' Brendan Rodgers a footnote in Kairat fairytale
The Hoops' crashed out of Europe's elite competition with a 3-2 penalty shoot-out defeat in Kazakhstan
Kazakh side Kairat dump Celtic from UCL playoff
Celtic's failure to strengthen their attacking options came back to haunt them as they missed out on the Champions League following a goalless 210...
Kairat 0-0 Celtic (aet, 0-0 agg, 3-2 pens): Anarbekov penalty heroics clinch historic Champions Leag
Temirlan Anarbekov saved three penalties to clinch a 3-2 shootout win for Kairat after a 0-0 draw with Celtic, sending them into the Champions...
Champions League coming to Kazakhstan and northern Norway after Almaty and Bodo/Glimt advance
ALMATY, Kazakhstan (AP) — The Champions League is coming to Kazakhstan for just the second time, and newcomers from Norway and Cyprus also advanced...
Brendan Rodgers reacts as Celtic crash out of Champions League in Kazakhstan: ‘It's a huge disappointment'
Celtic's failure to strengthen their attacking options came back to haunt them as they missed out on the Champions League following a goalless 210...
Manager's reaction after Champions League exit
Celtic’s Champions League aspirations came to an end in Kazakhstan tonight (Tuesday) following a penalty shoot-out defeat to FC Kairat.
After both...
Celtic have blown it! Brendan Rodgers stunned by Kazakh side Kairat Almaty in embarrassing elimination from Champions League at play-off round
Brendan Rodgers' Celtic suffered an embarrassing exit from the Champions League play-off round after they went down in penalties against Kazakh...
The 8 Celtic fixtures to be moved as Hoops drop into Europa League group stage
Brendan Rodgers' men dropped into UEFA's second tier competition after a painful penalty shoot-out defeat to Kairat Almaty in Kazakhstan
'Sack Brendan Rodgers, sack the board' - Celtic fans explode after Champions League exit
Celtic fans are venting their frustrations at manager Brendan Rodgers and the board after their humiliating defeat to Kazakhstan side Kairat Almaty...
Celtic told to refund fans after shock Champions League Kazakhstan exit
Celtic were dumped out of the Champions League by Kairat Almaty after fans were forced to travel half way across the globe.
‘Huge Blow For Us’ – Rodgers Slams Celtic’s Champions League Failure
Brendan Rodgers has admitted Celtic's Champions League exit is a significant setback and described the club's failure to reach the league phase as...
‘Shambles' - Celtic suffer embarrassing defeat to side ranked 311th in woeful Champions League low
Celtic have suffered a shock defeat in the Champions League with a play-off round exit to FC Kairat.
After 0-0 draws in both legs, the Kazakh side...
Champions League will return to Kazakhstan as Kairat Almaty eliminates Celtic in qualifying
ALMATY, Kazakhstan (AP) — Champions League soccer is coming to Kazakhstan for just the second time. Kairat Almaty goalkeeper Temirlan…
Celtic in €50m hammer blow after shock Champions League exit
Celtic were dumped out of the Champions League by Kairat Almaty after a 0-0 draw in Kazakhstan, with the Hoops missing three penalties in the...
‘Very Disappointed' – Rodgers Blasts Kairat Almaty Pitch
Celtic's Champions League hopes were extinguished in Kazakhstan as Brendan Rodgers' side fell to a penalty shootout defeat against Kairat Almaty...
Celtic miss out on Champions League after penalty shootout defeat by Kairat Almaty
Beyond midnight, many miles beyond the borders of Europe, a rookie goalkeeper by the name of Temirlan Anarbekov wrote his name into Celtic infamy,...
Celtic dumped out of Champions League after being stunned by European minnows
Celtic have crashed out of the Champions League after they were stunned by European minnows Kairat on penalties following their 3,000 mile journey...
UCL play-off disappointment for Celts as they lose penalty shoot-out
UEFA Champions League play-offTuesday, August 26, 2025Central Stadium, Almaty
FC KAIRAT…0
CELTIC…0
FC Kairat win 3-2 on penalties
Celtic were...
Kairat Almaty 0 Celtic 0 LIVE RESULT: Hoops pay the penalty as they crash OUT of the Champions League
CELTIC paid the penalty.
For failing to turn up over two play-off legs against a bang average team from Kazakhstan.
Shutterstock EditorialBenjamin...
Celtic player ratings after horror night in Kazakhstan: One 7/10, soldier, fitting fall guy and plenty 3s
Marks out of ten for the Celtic players involved in their dramatic Champions League play-off second leg in Kazakhstan
Celtic starting XI for UCL play-off tie against FC Kairat
Celtic are in action tonight (Tuesday) in Kazakhstan, looking for the victory that will book their place in the league phase of the UEFA Champions...
What time and TV channel is Kairat Almaty v Celtic on today in the Champions League?
Celtic face a tough task after a slog of a journey to eastern Kazakhstan.
Celtic XI vs Kairat Almaty – Predicted lineup and team news
Celtic face their Champions League destiny in Kazakhstan as they prepare for a crucial second leg against Kairat Almaty at the Ortalyq Stadium on...
Kairat v Celtic: Champions League place at stake in heat of Kazakhstan
Kairat stand between the Scottish champions and another season in European football's elite competition.
Training Gallery: FC Kairat v Celtic
Celtic visited the Central Stadium in Almaty last night to go through their final prep ahead of tonight’s UEFA Champions League qualifier against...
Brendan Rodgers told of Celtic's 'big loss' for Kairat Almaty trip and player 'you take for granted'
Brendan Rodgers will be hoping his Celtic players do the talking on the pitch in Kazakhstan. It’s plain for everyone to see what and how...
Kairat Almaty boss, despite injury problems, eyes historic win over Celtic
Kairat Almaty boss Rafael Urazbakhtin has cautioned Celtic against underestimating his side ahead of the Hoops’ pivotal Champions League playoff...
Football presenter makes firm Celtic manager prediction but warns 'he'll decide'
Jeff Stelling has delivered his verdict on how long Brendan Rodgers is likely to spend in his second spell in Glasgow as the Hoops face a...
Kairat Almaty v Celtic – Experienced Italian referee Maurizio Mariani has whistle
Maurizio Mariani will take charge of tonight’s Champions League playoff second leg between Kairat Almaty and Celtic… The Italian referee is set to...
talkSPORT betting tips - Best football bets and expert advice on Tuesday 26 August
A host of EFL Cup action is the mainstay on Tuesday evening as the Premier League clubs join in the mix, with the all top-flight clash between...
Kairat vs Celtic predictions and betting tips - Bhoys face huge 90 minutes
Celtic have it all to do in Kazakhstan on Tuesday. Brendan Rodgers’ side could only manage a 0-0 draw with Kairat in the first leg of their...
Kairat Almaty v Celtic – Brendan Rodgers and Liam Scales Media Conference
Brendan Rodgers and Liam Scales spoke to the traveling Scottish media and local Kazakh press yesterday afternoon ahead of tonight’s Champions...
Jeff Stelling delivers categorical Celtic claim about the future of Brendan Rodgers if the worst happens
The Irishman's contract runs out next summer as he and his players face a defining night in Kazakhstan
Weekend football acca tips [26-28 August 2025]
We have a busy midweek of football coming up, with European qualifiers and the EFL Cup second round taking place.
We have previewed five of the...
Win £4,000 as Celtic travel to Kazakhstan for UEFA Champions League play-off second leg
Celtic travel to Kazakhstan to face FC Karait in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League play-off this evening at 5.45pm (Celtic Park...
Inside gruelling Celtic plane trip to Kazakhstan as Liam Scales shuts out the excuses after mammoth 10 hour flight
The defender is hoping for a blockbuster display from the Hoops rather than being left investigating a Champions League crime scene
Celtic dismiss Kairat Almaty accusations as Brendan Rodgers provides positive transfer update
Excuses won’t wash in Kazakhstan, warns Celtic boss
Celtic in no mood ‘for excuses' against Champions League playoff opponents Kairat
Rodgers concedes difficulty of warm Kazakhstan temperature but team must perform ‘and that's all we're focused on'
Rodgers says Celtic must be fearless in do-or-die Champions League qualifier
Brendan Rodgers knows Celtic cannot afford to be fearful of failure in their Champions League play-off decider against Kairat Almaty, warning that...
Celtic FC Quiz: FC Kairat v Celtic
The tension is building as we prepare for a monumental night in Europe! Our Bhoys are back in Champions League play-off action this Tuesday, August...
Brendan Rodgers tells Celtic distance to Kairat Almaty will be no excuse
The Scottish champions made the 3,500-mile journey to Kazakhstan ahead of Tuesday’s play-off second leg.
Kieran Tierney: We're determined to achieve our goal in Kazakhstan
Celtic arrived in Kazakhstan last night ahead of Tuesday night’s UEFA Champions League play-off decider against FC Kairat, with the tie locked at...
Benjamin Nygren to start: Celtic predicted XI vs FC Kairat
Celtic will look to confirm their place in the Champions League group stage when they travel to Kazakhstan for the second leg of their...
“No Excuse” – Brendan Rodgers Demands Celtic Deliver in Crucial Almaty Decider
Brendan Rodgers has made it clear that there will be no excuses from his Celtic side as they prepare for Tuesday night's Champions League qualifier...
Manager focused on win v FC Kairat
There’s been a pretty quick turnaround for Celtic this week as less than 24 hours after Saturday’s 3-0 win over Livingston, the team were on their...
“I'd love to compete with him” - Chelsea-bound forward says he wants to battle it out with Lamine Yamal in the future
Chelsea-bound Kazakh forward Dastan Satpaev has claimed that he wants to battle it out with Lamine Yamal in the years to come.
Brendan Rodgers takes two Celtic outs off the Champions League table
The Irishman is preparing his side in testing conditions in Kazakhstan with the tie on a knife-edge
Kairat vs Celtic: Preview, line-ups, TV schedule and odds for Champions League qualifier
The pressure is on Brendan Rodgers and Celtic on Tuesday when the Scottish giants take on Kairat. Celtic were the heavy favourites to win the...
Smirking Brendan Rodgers reveals Celtic transfer timeline
The Hoops boss spoke to the media ahead of Tuesday's winner-takes-all Champions League showdown in Kazakhstan
Meet Chelsea's ‘new Aguero' who wants to challenge Lamine Yamal for Ballon D’or and UCL after starring on trial
DASTAN Satpaev is a name you may not have heard of yet, but it soon could be one you won’t be able to forget.
The 17-year-old wears the number nine...
Kairat Almaty v Celtic injury news: 7 out and 2 doubts as Brendan Rodgers set to be without trio
Here is the latest team news ahead of Kairat Almaty v Celtic in the Champions League playoff second leg in Kazakhstan on Tuesday.
“We’re there to win the game. The objective is to qualify,” Brendan Rodgers
Champions league or Europa, £40m or less than half of that sum. A place at the top table or life in the slow lane. That’s what Celtic is playing...
Celtic need historic outcome in £40m tie or after-shocks of Champions League tremor will be severe
No Scottish team has ever won on Kazakh soil and Rodgers and Co face hazardous assignment
The Celtic Board’s massive £40M gamble on a result in Kazakhstan
Celtic has dominated the Scottish game in recent times winning 13 of the last 14 Scottish Premiership titles and during that period winning five...
Match Gallery: Celtic v Livingston
Celtic are now out in Kazakhstan preparing for their UEFA Champions League qualifier against FC Kairat, but before that, their mission was to...
Is Kairat Almaty vs Celtic on TV? Live stream, channel and Champions League kick-off time
The stakes couldn't be higher as Brendan Rodgers' side head to Kazakhstan for the £40million winner-takes-all showdown
Celtic ‘Underestimated Us' – Kairat Boss Fires Pre-Match Warning Shot
Kairat Almaty manager Rafael Urazbakhtin believes Celtic may have taken his side too lightly in the first leg of their Champions League qualifier....
Why Celtic travelled to Kazakhstan for £40m Kairat rematch in expectation not hope
Celtic need to beat Kairat in Almaty tomorrow night to reach the Champions League - but they've travelled to Kazakhstan in expectation not hope.
Green Brigade protests just the tip of Celtic iceberg if board's £40m Champions League gamble backfires
Michael Nicholson and Peter Lawwell will face the music if Celts face to win in Kazakhstan
Celtic Receive Injury Boost as Star Travels to Almaty
Celtic have flown out to Kazakhstan ahead of their massive Champions League qualifier against Kairat Almaty, and Adam Idah is among the travelling...
Celtic Duo Injury Latest as Rodgers Speaks Out
Brendan Rodgers has said that both Auston Trusty and Adam Idah are still doubts for Tuesday night's Champions League qualifier against Kairat in...
‘Winner Takes All’ – Rodgers Sends Ruthless Message Before Kairat Decider
Brendan Rodgers has sent a clear message to Kairat ahead of Tuesday's Champions League qualifying second leg, insisting the Kazakh side will face a...
Post-match reaction: Liam Scales & Benjamin Nygren
There were smiles all round when the final whistle went at Celtic Park this afternoon, with the Hoops recording a comfortable 3-0 league victory...
‘Champions League Is My Dream’ – Benjamin Nygren Fires Major Warning to Kairat
Benjamin Nygren spoke of his pride after scoring his first goals at Celtic Park, while also turning his focus to Tuesday's crucial Champions League...
Manager: I was very pleased with the performance today
Celtic racked up a 3-0 home victory over Livingston this afternoon to claim another three points as the Hoops’ defence of the title continues.
The...
Rodgers Makes Incredible Celtic U-Turn
Nobody – and we mean nobody – saw this Celtic starting XI coming. Brendan Rodgers has ripped up expectations and named a radically altered side to...
Celtic starting XI to face Livingston at Celtic Park
Celtic are back at Paradise this afternoon for the visit of Livingston, as Brendan Rodgers’ men look to continue their perfect start to the...
“It will be a special night, and I hope that we can make history,” Ricardinho
Kairat Almaty forward Ricardinho has stated that his side aims to achieve a historic milestone in Kazakhstan, while Celtic gear up to battle for a...
‘Celtic have previously had a hard time of playing in Kazakhstan,’ Kairat star
Kairat Almaty midfielder Valeriy Gromyko is confident he can realise his Champions League aspirations, and is fully aware of Celtic’s past...
Celtic TV Exclusive: Cameron Carter-Vickers
No sooner had the whistle sounded on the UEFA Champions League 0-0 draw with FC Kairat, than the thoughts of the playing squad turned – not to next...
Bhoys Celtic and Green Brigade take aim at Celtic Board’s failings
Bhoys Celtic have released a statement directed at the club’s boardroom as discontent among supporters intensifies… Supporters at Celtic Park...
Celtic v Livingston: Referee, TV, Team News
Celtic return to league action today as they host newly-promoted Livingston at Celtic Park in a tie that comes sandwiched between their two-legged...
EXCLUSIVE: Ghana goalkeeper Razak Abalora seals move to Kazakhstan with FK Zhenis
Ghanaian goalkeeper Razak Abalora has completed a move to Kazakhstani Premier League outfit FK Zhenis Astana after parting ways with Albanian side...
Kasper Schmeichel: Every Celtic game is important
It’s not often a club will travel on a 7,000-mile round trip for a competitive cup tie, but at least Celtic have the comparative cushion of a home...
Manager: We're fully focused on tomorrow's match against Livingston
Celtic are back in league action tomorrow (Saturday, August 23) with Livingston the visitors to Paradise for the 3pm kick-off.
The Celts go in to...