class=”article_teaser__2t5do”>With both teams in disarray coming into the clash, Al Hain-Cole doesn't expect many goals when the Bhoys welcome Henriksen's men to Celtic Park
Ange Postecoglou will be hoping to get his Celtic career off to a winning start when his side welcome Midtjylland to Glasgow for Tuesday’s Champions League second-round qualification clash.
The Australian was a shock appointment at Celtic Park in the summer, brought in to replace Neil Lennon following an impressive spell in charge of Japanese side Yokohama F. Marinos.
Celtic vs Midtjylland latest odds
With many fans yet to be convinced, Celtic can be backed at 11/10 (2.10) with bet365 to give Postecoglou an early chance to start proving the doubters wrong by overseeing an important win in his first competitive match at the helm.
Midtjylland qualified for the Champions League group stage for the first time in their history last season but are 12/5 (3.40) to take a major step towards repeating that feat by coming out on top here.
The guests secured impressive draws against Atalanta and Liverpool in their last two group games last campaign and can be backed at 12/5 (3.40) to grind out a stalemate in this one.
TV channel, live stream & how to watch
Premier Sports 1 Premier Player
The game is being shown live on Premier Sports 1 in the United Kingdom (UK). The Premier Player will be streaming the game live online.
Celtic vs Midtjylland team news
Kristoffer Ajer is not in the squad as he closes in on a move to Brentford, while Olivier Ntcham has also not been included and Christopher Jullien is injured.
Aral Simsir is absent after testing positive for coronavirus and Nicolas Madsen will face a late fitness test, while Jens Cajuste, Awer Mabil and Sory Kaba are all doubts as they seek moves away from the club.
Celtic vs Midtjylland preview
With both teams having changed managers and having to deal with uncertainty over wantaway players, it seems overly optimistic to expect a particularly free-flowing game between two fluid sides.
Having failed to score in their last two pre-season friendly matches against Bristol City and Preston, the Bhoys certainly don’t look in great shape as they look to qualify for the Champions League group phase for the first time since 2017.
What’s more, Bo Henriksen’s men fell to a shock defeat away to Odense in their opening league game on Friday with Kaba a major loss in attack as the only player to break double figures in the league for goals last season.
Celtic vs Midtjylland tips & predictions
All in all, even money (2.00) seems generous on no more than one of Celtic or Midtjylland finding the net in a scrappy game.
All odds correct at time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.
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