10-men Atletico clung on to salvage a point at Parkhead.
Celtic were denied their first Champions League home win in 10 years by Alvaro Morata’s equaliser at Parkhead.
Celtic led twice through Kyogo Furuhashi and Luis Palma, with Antoine Greizmann’s rebound from a penalty sandwiched in between. Diego Simeone’s men improved in the second half and Morata’s header earned them a draw in Glasgow. Argentine midfielder Rodrigo de Paul was sent off for the Spaniards but Celtic couldn’t capitalise despite some late pressure. The result leaves them bottom of their section, with Feyenoord’s win over Lazio putting the Dutch side top.
As his side struggled to contain Celtic, you could feel his burning frustration and it showed in his antics. Whether it was over-exaggerated applauding, claiming for every foul or wanting opposition players booked, Simeone was part of the spectacle. At one stage, he even tried to stop his own physio from coming on to treat a Madrid player.
The kid is only on loan from Benfica and last night was his big moment on the European stage. Playing in the advanced position within Celtic’s midfield three, he used his intelligence and didn’t try anything fancy. His passing was simple but hugely effective in a terrific first half for Rodgers’ side. Out of possession he tried to stop Atletico Madrid skipper Koke from dictating and put in an impressive defensive shift.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Celtic twice lose lead but claim first Champions League point against AtleticoKyogo Furuhashi got Celtic off to a flying start with his second goal in two Champions League games.
Read more »
Celtic make fresh Palestine flag appeal telling fans 'We all belong'Celtic fans have been urged by the club not to bring flags referring to the ongoing Israel/Palestine conflict to tonight's UEFA Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid at Celtic Park.
Read more »
What time and TV channel is Young Boys v Man City on in the Champions League?The sides clash on matchday three of the UEFA Champions League.
Read more »
Newcastle suffer Champions League setback with defeat to Borussia DortmundNewcastle will now head into tough away games in Dortmund and against Paris St Germain next month.
Read more »
Haaland bags brace as Man City extend perfect Champions League startPep Guardiola’s side sit top of Group G after a third successive victory.
Read more »