Who will win Atalanta vs Celtic? Our writers deliver their predictions with Champions League goalfest on the cards

Celtic are back on the big Champions League stage and they arrive in Bergamo with a big point to prove to eyes across Europe.

Brendan Rodgers and his troops arrived in Dortmund on matchday two with their tails up after a flawless start domestically and a thumping opening day triumph over Slovan Bratislava under the lights at Parkhead. However, they were brought back down to earth by the Bundesliga giants who smashed seven goals past the Scottish champions. That result will still be stinging Callum McGregor and Co and they will be determined to put things right against Atalanta.

The new format in Europe's top competition means the Hoops are well in the mix for qualification with a spot in the knockout rounds achieved with a top 24 finish. To get to that stage, they will want to get as many points on the board as quickly as they can but Record Sport's top team are all in agreement when it comes to the outcome of the big showdown in the backyard of the Serie A side.

This is going to be a seriously tough test for Celts and there are real fears they could be in for another dull one. Atlanta might be a better side than Borussia Dortmund and their high-intensity style will cause major problems. Success might be escaping with just a gentle thumping rather than another mauling.

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This has all the hallmarks of a long, difficult and highly dangerous night for Scotland’s champions, especially on the back of last time out in Dortmund. Keeping it tight and respectable should be the name of the game as Celtic can secure the points they need for qualification in Glasgow. The question is, will Brendan Rodgers feel the same way?

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Another stern test lies ahead in Bergamo against the Serie A top