Alright, there's a few bits to chew over before the Linz showdown – not just the usual fluff.
1
Celtic sit on a 0-3 aggregate lead
The BBC's live commentary piece makes it clear the Scots are already three goals clear heading into the second leg – so the pressure’s certainly on the Austrians to turn the tide.
2
Bet Builder tip spots a 13-2 combo
Racing Post’s tip sheet teases a massive 13-2 bet builder option, hinting there’s a juicy multiple waiting for anyone daring enough to back the game’s outcome.
3
Linz pub rebrands as ‘The Bhoys Inn’
A Celtic‑focused pub in Linz has even renamed itself ‘The Bhoys Inn’ ahead of the fixture, giving Hoops fans a proper spot to raise a glass and back the lads on foreign soil.
If you’re chasing the match on telly, several outlets – from The Scotsman to Mirror – spell out the exact channel and kick‑off time, so you won’t miss a moment.
Where this comes from: every line above is pulled from an actual published report, with the source and date linked next to it. If nothing new and notable is being said about a fixture, we don't force a story just to fill the page.