Five-star Celtic thumped Slovan Bratislava 5-1 to kick off their UEFA Champions League campaign in style Celtic applied pressure from the first whistle and after 17 minutes they had the lead. Arne Engels’ corner was met by Liam Scales who thumped his header past Dominik Takac.

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Former Scotland captain Gemma Fay believes Celtic will progress to the Champions League group stage, and says it would be "massive" for the SWPL.

Celtic Triumph in UEFA Champions League OpenerCeltic Deliver a Commanding PerformanceIn what unfolded as a remarkable night at Celtic Park, Celtic displayed a blend of vigour and tactical

There was trouble outside Celtic bar McChuills in Glasgow before the game as police escorted Slovan Bratislava fans.

Joe Cole believes Celtic have shaken off their status as a Champions League "non entity" with their 5-1 win over Slovan Bratislava. (Record) Slovan Bratislava's former Rangers winger Vladimir Weiss plays down being booed by Celtic supporters during Wednesday's loss in Glasgow, insisting he did not take it personally. (Sun)

Celtic started the new Champions League format with a 5-1 win over Slovan Bratislava which eclipsed their biggest victory in the group stage era.

Beaming Brendan Rodgers opened his post match press conference by joking Celtic are already in the Champions League final against Bayern Munich. But the Parkhead boss and punters would probably just be happy with a place in the play off round to extend their journey in Uefa's premier competition beyond the league phase - and the stats men have told the Hoops the points tally they are likely to need to progress.