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Celtic vs Beşiktaş: Europa League preview, predictions, team news and TV channel and live stream

Celtic take on Beşiktaş at Parkhead in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday 5 November. Check out our preview, predictions, team news and TV info.

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 7:00 PM
Celtic vs Beşiktaş: Europa League preview, predictions, team news and TV channel and live stream
Key Things to Know
  • Celtic host Beşiktaş on Thursday in a crucial Europa League matchday four fixture at Parkhead.
  • Celtic have lost all three Europa League matches so far and won only three of their last ten overall.
  • Beşiktaş have collected seven points from three European games, including victories over Marseille and Hoffenheim.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic host Beşiktaş on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Parkhead in matchday four of the UEFA Europa League league phase. Manager Martin O'Neill faces mounting pressure after Celtic lost their opening three European matches against Ferencváros, Celta Vigo, and Benfica. In contrast, Beşiktaş enter the contest in strong continental form, having earned seven points from their first three fixtures.

Celtic remain without injured players Alistair Johnston, Auston Trusty, Yang Hyun-jun, and Joël van den Berg, while Beşiktaş defender Ümit Akdağ is suspended. Former Celtic forward Oh Hyeon-gyu is in contention to start for the Turkish side, with author Ben Gray predicting a 2-0 victory for Beşiktaş.

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