Overview
Celtic F.C. and F.C. Bayern Munich will face off on February 13, 2025, in the UEFA Champions League at Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland.
This matchup sees a strong attacking Bayern side against a Celtic team that has struggled defensively but remains competitive at home.
Bayern Munich has been one of the highest-scoring teams in the tournament, scoring 20 goals in 8 matches with an average of 2.5 goals per game.
Celtic, on the other hand, has scored 13 goals in 8 games but has also conceded 14 goals, showing defensive vulnerabilities.
With both teams pushing for qualification, this game is expected to be an open, high-scoring encounter.
Team Key Players
Celtic F.C.:
- Callum McGregor: The midfield leader, responsible for controlling possession and dictating the game’s tempo.
- Jota: Replacing Daizen Maeda, Jota is expected to provide goal-scoring and playmaking ability in Celtic’s attacking front.
- Hyun-Jun Yang: The winger’s speed and dribbling can be a major asset against Bayern’s high defensive line.
F.C. Bayern Munich:
- Harry Kane: Bayern’s main striker, Kane has been in top form, leading the attack with his clinical finishing.
- Jamal Musiala: A key attacking midfielder who can break defenses with his dribbling and creativity.
- Joshua Kimmich: The midfield general who controls Bayern’s tempo and defensive transitions.
Match Prediction
Prediction: Over 2.5 goals
Primary Pick: Over 2.5 goals
Justification:
- Bayern Munich’s offensive power is evident, averaging 2.5 goals per match in the Champions League.
- Celtic’s defensive issues, conceding 1.75 goals per game, make them vulnerable against Bayern’s attack.
- Bayern’s away scoring form remains strong, with 6 goals in 4 away matches.
- Late-game scoring potential: Bayern has scored 55 percent of their goals in the last 30 minutes, while Celtic has struggled to hold onto leads.
- High-scoring recent trends: Celtic has been involved in multiple goal-heavy matches, including a 5-1 victory and a 1-7 defeat, making another high-scoring affair likely.
