a Celtic enter into a new era of European football the 20 2425 Dua Champions League provides New Opportunities and increased competition for the champions of Scotland this season introduces a bold new format going to The Familiar group stages and in their place Celtic will compete in a single 36 Team league where every match is crucial we'll face eight different opponents four at home here at Paradise and four away across Europe it's a new test with new teams to conquer and new grounds at which to make our Mark for Celtic the aim is clear finish as high up the table as possible a top eight finish in the table secures a place in the round of 16 but even if we finish between 9th and 24th there's still another shot at glory Through The Knockout playoff phase there eight ties will be played between 16 teams to determine the eight teams who will progress to the round 16 the stage is bigger than ever with more of Europe's top teams competing and more opportunities to showcase the indomitable Spirit of the boys every match matters and our journey across Europe will demand the very best from the team with Celtics long and illustrious history in this competition the club joins this new era of the UEFA Champions League with a sense of excitement and anticipation the unwavering energy of the Celtic faithful will be vital to the club's chances of success in the games to be played between September and January more games more exposure more star names and more electrifying nights under the lights at Celtic Park a chance to write a new chapter and enhance our story European Heritage have won the European c as we look forward to this new format we do so with the strength and determination that defin Celtic Football Club Europe get ready the boys are coming