UEFA Europa League League Stage - 6
Celtic 0 - 3 FT AS Roma
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
L. Scales (M. Soule) 6'
E. Ferguson (Z. Celik) 36'
E. Ferguson (M. Soule) 45'
Mario Hermoso 45'+3
Stephan El Shaarawy 45'+4
Matías Soulé 45'+5
HT
46' ↓ B. Nygren ↑K. Iheanacho
46' ↓ D. Maeda ↑P. Bernardo
46' ↓ K. Tierney ↑C. Donovan
62' ↓ Yang Hyun-Jun ↑A. Ralston
↓ S. El Shaarawy ↑L. Pellegrini 69'
↓ M. Soule ↑P. Dybala 69'
↓ E. Ferguson ↑L. Bailey 69'
Leon Bailey 76'
77' ↓ R. Hatate ↑M. Balikwisha
Evan Ndicka 78'
↓ M. Hermoso ↑J. Ziolkowski 80'
↓ N. Pisilli ↑Angelino 85'
Jan Ziółkowski 88'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Celtic
Goalkeepers
K. Schmeichel 
MAGNET
56
Activity
56
Activity
56
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
A. Trusty 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Scales 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.3
Rating
K. Tierney 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Yang Hyun-Jun
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
C. McGregor
MAGNET
92
Activity
92
Activity
84
Passes
8
Duels
R. Hatate
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
S. Tounekti
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
V. Sinisalo 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
R. Doohan
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Murray
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Donovan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Ralston
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. McCowan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Bernardo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Balikwisha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Iheanacho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Kenny
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
AS Roma
Goalkeepers
M. Svilar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
G. Mancini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Ndicka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Hermoso
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.6
Rating
Midfielders
Z. Celik 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.5
Rating
N. El Aynaoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Pisilli
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
D. Rensch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
M. Soule 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
31%
Pass Acc
S. El Shaarawy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
E. Ferguson 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8
Rating
BENCH
G. De Marzi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
P. Gollini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Angelino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Tsimikas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Ziolkowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wesley Franca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Ghilardi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Cristante
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Pellegrini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Kone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Dybala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Bailey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +10
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -9
P: 6 GD: -16
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -10
P: 8 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Ferguson's Brace and VAR Chaos Define Roman Raid
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 52/100. A brutal lesson in clinical finishing saw Roma snatch a dominant away victory despite Celtic controlling the rhythm at Celtic Park.
Early Collapse
Celtic controlled possession at 57%, but their evening unraveled before it truly began. The Intensity spiked instantly at Celtic Park when L. Scales turned the ball into his own net just six minutes in, following heavy pressure initiated by M. Soule. Despite moving the ball well through the midfield with 599 passes, the Scottish side lacked the cutting edge required in the final third. Roma, perfectly content to absorb pressure, waited for their moments to strike on the counter, shifting the Balance of the tie entirely in their favour.
The Ferguson Show
The true turning point arrived as the first half drew to a close, courtesy of a lethal display from E. Ferguson. In the 36th minute, Z. Celik carved open the home defence, serving up a perfect assist for the Irish striker to double the visitors' lead. Just nine minutes later, on the stroke of half-time, Soule found Ferguson again. His second strike effectively killed the contest. A barrage of 12 shots from Roma proved they were ruthless with their 43% possession, punishing a Celtic backline that simply could not cope with the directness of the Roman attack.
Technology Intervenes
The second half transformed into a disjointed affair heavily influenced by the Upset Factor of VAR interventions. Kelechi Iheanacho thought he had thrown Celtic a lifeline in the 65th minute, only for technology to rule out his effort. Eleven minutes later, Roma's Leon Bailey also saw a goal wiped off the board by the video assistant. Roma's discipline waned slightly, collecting five yellow cards, but they navigated the remaining minutes with professional grit. The 3-0 triumph solidifies Roma's push toward the round of 16, leaving Celtic with a mountain to climb in the playoff race.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR denied a potential comeback by cancelling Kelechi Iheanacho's 65th-minute goal for Celtic, and later ruled out a fourth Roma goal from Leon Bailey.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Roma Push For Top Eight Under Glasgow Lights
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 39/100. Roma’s formidable away record threatens to derail Celtic’s push for a top-24 playoff spot.
The Setup
On December 11, 2025, Celtic Park plays host to a crucial UEFA Europa League clash. Celtic sit 21st in the league stage, desperately clinging to a playoff berth. Meanwhile, AS Roma occupy the eighth and final direct qualification spot. The visitors' Form is intimidating. Roma boast four wins and a draw in their last five, bolstered by a lethal 75% away win rate. While a lopsided Balance heavily favours the Italians, an average of 3.5 combined goals per game guarantees entertainment. The Stakes are massive for both sides' European campaigns, ensuring plenty of urgency from the Stars on display.
Key Battle
Celtic's midfield engine room goes head-to-head with pure attacking flair. Reo Hatate must dictate the tempo for the hosts, but his biggest challenge lies in containing the spaces where Paulo Dybala operates. The Roma forward can unlock any defence with a single touch, demanding absolute concentration from the Scottish backline.
Our Prediction
Roma simply look too strong right now. We expect a 2-1 away victory. Celtic will undoubtedly press hard fueled by the home crowd, but Roma will absorb the pressure and punish them with clinical counter-attacks.