Bayern Munich v Celtic - Champions League Round of 32 Knockout Second Leg Preview
Celtic travel to Bayern Munich knowing that a win by two or more goals will see them reach the Round of 16 for the first time since 2013 when they meet at the Allianz Arena.
Bayern come into this match six games unbeaten in all competitions since a 3-0 defeat to Feyenoord in this competition. On Saturday, they drew 0-0 away at title rivals Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga, sitting eight points at the summit.
On the weekend, Celtic kept up their consistent league form, triumphing 3-0 over Dundee United, stretching their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to 13 points.
Two former winners of the competition meet with Bayern having the best home record in the Champions League this season, winning all four games. Celtic are winless on the road in Europe this season, drawing twice, with points coming against Atalanta and Dinamo Zagreb.
Previous Meetings
The first leg played last Wednesday went in Bayern’s favour, winning by just a one-goal margin. Michael Olise and Harry Kane’s goals gave the six-time winners a 2-0 lead. Daizen Maeda’s goal found a route back into this encounter, giving the Hoops a lifeline going into the second leg.
Bayern have won three of their last four meetings versus Celtic prior to the first leg in Glasgow, meeting in the group stages in the 2003/04 and 2017/18 seasons.
Last Five Meetings
February 2025: Celtic 1-2 Bayern Munich
October 2017: Celtic 1-2 Bayern Munich
October 2017: Bayern Munich 3-0 Celtic
November 2003: Celtic 0-0 Bayern
September 2003: Bayern Munich 2-1 Celtic
Team News
Harry Kane did not participate in Bayern’s final training session ahead of this game, picking up a facial injury but should be fit enough for Vincent Kompany’s side.
Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic will be without midfielder Paulo Bernardo due to an ankle injury.
How to Watch and Kick-Off time
Bayern Munich versus Celtic will be shown on Amazon Prime in the United Kingdom. Kick-off is at 8pm.