What channel is Celtic vs Real Madrid? Live stream, TV and kick off details for the Champions League group stage clash
It is just about time for Celtic to welcome La Liga giants Real Madrid in their opening Champions League group stage clash.
Ange Postecoglou 's side host the competition title holders on Tuesday on the back of a 4-0 thrashing over Rangers on Saturday. And they will be looking to take that momentum into this week's tie. It is a mammoth task for the Parkhead side, but with the 'We Never Stop' mantra drilled into them, nobody knows what could happen.
Real beat Liverpool in last season's grand finale in Paris to claim their 14th title, with Carlo Ancelotti's side sure to be focusing on getting their 2022/23 European campaign off to a perfect start at Parkhead on Tuesday evening. The two sides last met way back in 1980, facing off in the two-legged European Cup quarter final. The Hoops were victorious in the first leg, winning 2-0, but lost the second leg 3-0 to bow out of the competition.
There were doubts over Kyogo 's availability for selection after coming off with a shoulder injury in the first minute in the Parkhead side's win over Rangers on Saturday. But the Japanese frontman looks set to be fit for the Group F opener after taking part in training.
However, Swedish stopper Carl Starfelt wasn’t involved in the session. The defender also departed the field before time at the weekend with a knee problem, so Moritz Jenz could step in to replace him.
And with the likes of Karim Benzema and Vinicius Jr visiting Glasgow's east end, the squad will need to be at their very best. One thing is for sure, it is sure to be a blockbuster encounter. Here's all you need to know about the fixture.
The Champions League group stage will be played at Celtic Park,
The clash kicks off at 8pm on Tuesday, September 6.
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