Peter Grant, a former Celtic defender, believes it’s “absolute garbage” for fans to be content with the team competing in the Europa League. After failing to qualify for the Champions League proper, Celtic will participate in the Europa League for the first time since the 2021/22 season, sparking fan frustration and threats of boycotts.
Grant’s Thoughts on Celtic’s European Participation
- Champions League Ambition: Grant emphasizes that there’s no doubt Celtic wants to be in the Champions League, as it’s the most important competition for the club.
- Disappointment: He expressed feeling “gutted” watching Champions League football without Celtic, highlighting the difference between the Champions League and Europa League.
- Player and Club Development: Grant notes that participating in the Champions League would make the club and players better, providing valuable experience and exposure.
Celtic’s Europa League Fixture List
- Red Star Belgrade (A): Wednesday, September 24
- Braga (H): Thursday, October 2
- Sturm Graz (H): Thursday, October 23
- Midtjylland (A): Thursday, November 6
- Feyenoord (A): Thursday, November 27
- Roma (H): Thursday, December 11
- Bologna (A): Thursday, January 22
- Utrecht (H): Thursday, January 29
To qualify for the last 16, Celtic needs to finish in the top eight of the league phase. Finishing in the top 24 would secure a spot in the knockout phase play-offs ¹.
