Who will win Celtic vs Lazio? Our writers predict the Champions League clash at Parkhead

These are the nights that fuelled part of his Celtic return desire, and Brendan Rodgers will be eager to get a major result under his belt early doors.

After a dramatic win over Motherwell at the weekend cemented their place at the top of the Premiership, the champions look towards the Champions League and welcoming Lazio to Glasgow on Wednesday. Maurizio Sarri's side are lurching around crisis territory after finding themselves 16th in Serie A after seven games but the Irishman will not be fooled into thinking this will be a walk in the park.

A 2-0 defeat to Feyenoord on matchday one proved a disappointing result to kick-off with but responding to that with three massive pints against a team who drew 1-1 on home turf with Atletico Madrid would be a boost. But how do our Record Sport writers see the clash in Glasgow's east-end going? They cast their eye over who will come out on top.

Celticneed a home win to get up and running in this group but that’s going to be a tough ask given the lack of quality options at the manager’s disposal. If Brendan Rodgers can get a draw out of this one then he’ll have earned his corn. And don’t rule it out.

Celtic 1 Lazio 1

Celtic have the attack to give Lazio plenty of problems and they should score tonight.

The problems will be at the other end. Lazio have not been firing but still possess enough to be a real threat. But Celtic have hope they can come out on top like they did in 2019.

Celtic 3 Lazio 2

Celtic have a real chance to light a fire under their Champions League campaign as Lazio come to town struggling for form and sitting 14th in Serie A.

Brendan Rodgers’ side still haven’t found top form but with guys like Matt O’Riley and Kyogo in their ranks, they are likely to find