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Celtic Land UEFA Boost After Dramatic Besiktas Win

Celtic have earned a UEFA bonus payment for their 3-2 win over Besiktas in the Europa League. Celtic knew a victory was required if they were to have any real chance of progressing to the knockout phase of the competition.…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 8:54 AM
Celtic Land UEFA Boost After Dramatic Besiktas Win
Key Things to Know
  • Celtic earned a €450k UEFA bonus after beating Besiktas 3-2 in the Europa League.
  • Camilo Duran scored twice, including a late winner, alongside an equalizer from substitute Callum Osmand.
  • The victory provided Celtic with their first points in the competition following three opening defeats.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic earned a €450k (£375k) UEFA bonus following a dramatic 3-2 Europa League victory over Besiktas at Celtic Park. After falling behind, substitute Callum Osmand equalized before Camilo Duran scored twice, including a late winner after Besiktas had leveled the match with five minutes remaining. The result secured the club's first points of the league phase after three consecutive defeats.

The victory bonus adds to the €4.31m guaranteed to clubs competing in the Europa League phase this season. Celtic next face Kilmarnock domestically before returning to European competition against Portuguese club Torreense, where another victory would secure an additional €450k payout alongside crucial points toward knockout qualification.

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