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Europa League: Celtic lose to Celta after leading, Mateta returns in Palace draw

Published by The Guardian on October 22, 2026 at 5:41 PM ET

Sunderland drop points in 1-1 draw but stay unbeaten VAR rules out Juventus winner in draw with Rennes Celtic suffered more Europa League pain as Spanish side Celta Vigo came from behind to win 2-1 at Parkhead. After defeats by Ferencvaros and Benfica in their first two league phase fixtures, Martin O’Neill’s side struggled to impose themselves on the visitors who were neat and tidy without really testing Hoops keeper Sam Johnstone. Germany midfielder Mika Baur fired the home side in front just over a minute into the second half to thrill the Celtic fans but Spain defender Javi Rodríguez scored twice in three minutes – a header then an unstoppable drive – to stun the home side who could not find a way back. Continue reading...

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