Bologna welcome Celtic to the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara in a crucial UEFA Europa League (UEL) league phase encounter, with both sides chasing qualification from opposite ends of the table.
The Italian side is on a five-game unbeaten run in Europe, while Celtic are clinging to the final play-off position (24th). With both teams desperate for points, this promises to be an intense and open contest.
Match News and Current Form
Bologna: Europe’s Safe Haven
Despite struggling domestically, Bologna have been a different team in Europe.
They’ve won three of their last four UEL matches (D1) and now sit just two points off the top eight, which guarantees automatic qualification to the previous 16.
However, their Serie A form paints a worrying picture:
- Only one win in nine matches
- 2–1 loss to Fiorentina at the weekend
- Four home defeats in their last six
Europe is clearly where Bologna feels most comfortable this season.
Celtic: Fighting for Survival
Celtic enter this match 24th in the UEL table, holding the final play-off spot.
Their last UEL outing ended in a 3–0 defeat to Roma, but they responded well with a 3–1 away win at Feyenoord.
Under interim boss Martin O’Neill, Celtic are rebuilding confidence:
- Three straight wins without conceding
- But three defeats in their last six away games
They remain dangerous going forward, especially on the counter.
Head-to-Head Record
This will be the first-ever competitive meeting between Bologna and Celtic.
Celtic’s record in Italy is poor:
- 7 wins from 33 games vs Italian sides
- Just 1 away victory in that run
History strongly favours Bologna.
Hot Stats and Betting Trends
- BTTS landed in 4 of Bologna’s last 5 UEL games
- Bologna have scored twice in just 1 of their last 6 home matches.
- Over 2.5 goals in Celtic’s last 4 UEL games
- 9 of Celtic’s last 11 away goals came before half-time
These numbers point to a fast start and goals at both ends.
Key Players to Watch
Santiago Castro (Bologna)
- All 6 goals came in BTTS matches
- Often scores after the 60th minute
Johnny Kenny (Celtic)
- Scored the opening goal in his last 4 scoring games
- Netted in the weekend cup win
Both forwards thrive in open matches.
Missing Players
Neither team reports any fresh injury concerns ahead of this fixture.
Bologna vs Celtic Prediction
With both sides struggling defensively but strong going forward, this match is set up for goals.
🔮 Best Bet: Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
Bologna’s European consistency and Celtic’s counter-attacking threat should deliver a high-tempo contest.
Correct Score Tip: Bologna 2–1 Celtic
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