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Benfica vs Celtic early injury news as 7 ruled out and 2 doubts

All the latest Celtic and Benfica injury news as the two sides prepare to face off in the Europa League,

By Jamie Kemble · The Celtic Bhoys

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 5:45 AM

Key Things to Know

Seven players are ruled out and two are doubtful ahead of Celtic's Europa League clash with Benfica.
Celtic defender Cameron Carter-Vickers is a doubt for Thursday after suffering a strain.
Winger Yang Hyun-jun remains doubtful as he recovers from a hamstring issue sustained at the Asian Games.

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Celtic and Benfica face extensive injury concerns ahead of their Europa League clash on Thursday, with seven players ruled out and two marked as doubtful. Celtic are seeking their first points of the European campaign following an opening defeat against Ferencvaros, while preparing to travel without key squad members.

Seven players have been ruled out of the contest, including Jakub Kaminski, Alexander Bah, Enzo Barrenechea, Joel Van den Berg, Alistair Johnston, Callum Osmand, and Landon Emenalo. Meanwhile, Celtic manager Martin O'Neill indicated that Cameron Carter-Vickers is a major doubt due to a strain, alongside Yang Hyun-jun, who is recovering from a hamstring issue.

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