Celtic vs Bayern Munich: Analyzing the Hoops’ Champions League Chances

Celtic will travel to Germany with a glimmer of hope in their Champions League knockout tie against Bayern Munich, but face a steep uphill battle. Daizen Maeda’s late goal at Celtic Park kept the Scottish side in contention, reducing the deficit to 2-1. However, Celtic have not won an away European match since 2017.

Can Brendan Rodgers’ men end that drought at the imposing Allianz Arena against a Bayern side with serious ambitions of winning this season’s competition? It’s a daunting task, but Celtic showed signs of progress in the home leg.

The Hoops did not crumble under pressure and could have taken an early lead if not for an offside call. Rodgers may rue not starting Jota alongside Maeda from the beginning, as the Portuguese winger’s introduction changed the game’s dynamics.

Rodgers remains optimistic, stating: “We’re still right in the tie with only a one-goal difference. It’s a big challenge, but still a possibility. We weren’t broken and kept fighting until the end.”

Former Celtic defender Mark Wilson believes the Scottish champions have a “very slim chance” of progressing. He noted: “Celtic looked scared at times, but showed more belief after tactical changes. Rodgers will be disappointed with the result but not the effort.”

To have any hope of a stunning turnaround, Celtic must do what they rarely achieve – win away in Europe. Against the might of Bayern Munich, it’s an enormous ask. But in football, miracles can happen.