What channel is Celtic vs Slovan Bratislava? Live stream TV and kick-off details for Champions League opener

The new Champions League format is the land of opportunity for Celtic who won't receive many better chances than this to get things off to a flying start.

The Hoops are soaring high after five wins from five in the league and there's a feeling they are ready to make a serious splash among Europe's elite this season. The new league phase of the competition means a broader spread of opponents and a better chance to rack up the points. And it's a favourable start for Brendan Rodgers and his team, up against a Slovan Bratislava team who aren't fancied to do much in their first ever crack at the Champions League proper.

Celtic are odds on to get the business done and three points at this early stage would do nicely with tricky away trips to Borussia Dortmund and Atalanta to follow. It's European football under the lights at Parkhead, and here's everything you need to know to follow it.

The Hoops kick off their Champions League campaign against Slovakian outfit Slovan at Parkhead on Wednesday, August 18. Kickoff is at 8pm.

TNT Sports have the rights for the Champions League again in 2024/25 and this one has been selected for live coverage on TNT Sports 2. Coverage starts at 7.15pm, 45 minutes before kickoff.

Yes! Fans can stream the game to their devices via discovery+ for £30.99 per month.

You can follow the action right here at dailyrecord.co.uk. We'll be running a live blog and will bring you all the pre-match build-up and team news, plus every kick of the ball once the Premiership battle gets up and running. After the game, we'll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as a whole lot more.

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