Celtic miracle counterattack!Ending a 16 game losing streak and thrilling Nick Feyenoord!

Mondo Sports Updated on 2024-01-29

Celtic claimed their first Champions League group stage win in six years, beating Feyenoord 2-1. The Scottish side took the lead in the 33rd minute through Raul Parma's penalty kick after Liam Skoll was fouled. Feyenoord added to the nerve-wracking end to the game by equalising through Jankuba Mintai in the 82nd minute. However, substitute Gustave Rughbilke scored with a stoppage-time header to give Celtic the victory. It was a big win for Celtic, who had been without a win in 16 consecutive matches at this stage.

This result also doubled their points from last season. Stephen Wales made his first appearance for Celtic since suffering an ankle injury, while Yokohashi Fukui started the game. Both sides had chances early in the game, with Fukui Yokohashi and Santiago Gimenez both coming close to scoring for Celtic. Celtic took the lead via penalty after Skoll was fouled. Feyenoord had a chance to equalise just before half-time, but Joe Hart made a crucial save and Callum McGregor cleared the line of goal.

Parma had chances to extend Celtic's lead in the second half, but Feyenoord goalkeeper Justin Bilor made a brilliant save. Feyenoord equalised through Mintai, but Celtic were always looking for a win. Rugerbirk made his first appearance since September and scored the winning goal with a close-range header. The victory drew cheers from Celtic supporters, with some fans rushing onto the pitch to celebrate. However, manager Brendan Rodgers expressed his displeasure, blaming a fan who stormed the pitch. The Celtic held on until the end, with Hart making another important save and Johnston blocking a shot to keep the lead.

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