Fearful Charlie Nicholas writes off Celtic glory night as he warns Rangers they're about to be extinguished

Former Celtic star Charlie Nicholas doesn't believe there's a incoming glory night against Champions League rivals RB Leipzig.

Group F is delicately poised, however, the pundit fears Parkhead punters will have to settle for a goal-laden draw amid the absence of Callum McGregor. The skipper is set to be out until after the World Cup and Nicholas believes the tempo set by the man in the middle is hard to replicate with Matt O'Riley in line to land a deeper role. Aaron Mooy also eyeing a rare start and Jota is facing a fight to be fit.

Celtic know a win will breathe new life into their hopes of reaching the last 16 of the Champions League but are acutely aware of the threat Christopher Nkunku and Co possess after last week's sobering 3-1 defeat last week. Nicholas is predicting goals in a pulsating encounter but thinks the lack of three points will cost Celtic a shot in the knockout stage.

Speaking to the Express, he said: "However, the loss of captain Callum McGregor is such a major blow.There is no replacement because he brings such different qualities to the team. There is a rhythm and a fluency about his play and he protects the ball better than anyone else. He is going to be sorely missed.

"Matt O'Riley was used in a deeper role at St Johnstone on Saturday but the balance is off without McGregor and that's why I don't think Celtic will take three points from the Germans. Leipzig have dangerous players up front with the likes of Christopher Nkunku, who is so quick, and Andre Silva. They also have clever midfield players but they are vulnerable at the back, so it has all the makings of being a really entertaining game.

"I wouldn't be surprised if the attacking flair of each side and their defensive frailties even