Celtic 1-0 Young Boys: The Hoops secure progress in the Champions League with a dramatic victory | Football news
Celtic secured Champions League progress with a Young Boys own goal in a night of disallowed goals, missed penalties and red card drama at Parkhead.
The Hoops knew a win against the bottom side would guarantee a place in the play-offs and Kyogo thought he had given them a dream start only to have his shot ruled out for offside.
Callum McGregor’s foul saw the Japanese striker denied again before his third goal was ruled out, again for offside, as they dominated against a side yet to pick up a point in this season’s Champions League.
Luck was not on Celtic’s side as Arne Engels made a poor penalty save after Greg Taylor was brought down in the box before half-time.
Auston Trusty hit the bar before Kasper Schmeichel pulled off a brilliant double save to keep the Young Boys at bay, but their fortunes turned when Loris Benito turned Adam Idaho’s ball into his own net to spark wild celebrations.
Celtic had Daizen Maeda sent off for a late, senseless challenge as they progressed to the knockout stages with a game to spare.
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