Celtic now know who they will face after each of their Europa League league-phase matches, with the fixtures confirmed over the weekend.
The Hoops dropped into Europe’s second-tier competition after their embarrassing Champions League exit against LASK, surrendering a four-goal aggregate advantage before eventually losing 5-1 after extra time.
It was one of the worst European nights in Celtic’s history and left Martin O’Neill’s side facing up to life in the Europa League.
The Scottish champions were drawn against Benfica, Marseille, Ferencvaros, Union Saint-Gilloise, Celta Vigo, Omonia, Besiktas and Torreense.
Celtic will host Ferencvaros, Celta Vigo, Besiktas and Marseille, while travelling to Benfica, Union Saint-Gilloise, Omonia and Torreense.
With the Europa League dates now confirmed, supporters can also see what awaits Celtic immediately after each European fixture.
The SPFL fixtures remain subject to change for television coverage, but the games are probably giong to take place on Sundays, with Celtic playing their Europa League matches on Thursday nights.
Celtic’s fixture list after every Europa League match
Ferencvaros (H) – 8pm
Next: Rangers (H)
Benfica (A) – 8pm
Next: Hearts (H)
Celta Vigo (H) – 8pm
Next: Hibernian (A)
Besiktas (H) – 8pm
Next: Kilmarnock (H)
Torreense (A) – 8pm
Next: Hearts (A)
Omonia (A) – 5.45pm
Next: Hibernian (H)
Marseille (H) – 8pm
Next: St Mirren (A)
Union Saint-Gilloise (A) – 8pm
Next: Falkirk (H)
The first Europa League assignment against Ferencvaros is followed by a home meeting with Rangers, while the trip to Benfica comes before a home clash with Hearts.
Celtic will also travel to Hearts immediately after their trip to Torreense, which will be a tough test in the capital.
With eight Europa League matches to fit into an already busy domestic schedule, squad depth will be crucial for O’Neill.
That’s why the Hoops need a busy few days in the transfer market.
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