English:
Celtic Mounts Comeback to Defeat Sturm Graz in Europa League
Glasgow witnessed a thrilling encounter at Celtic Park where Celtic managed to overcome Sturm Graz with a final score of 2 to 1. Despite a shaky start, where T. Horvat put Sturm Graz ahead in the 15th minute with an assist from F. Rozga, the home team managed to turn the game around with a display of character and superior gameplay.
Celtic, the absolute dominator in ball possession with 66%, relentlessly sought the opponent’s goal throughout the match. However, the Sturm Graz defense, although under pressure, managed to contain the attacks until the 61st minute, when L. Scales, assisted by C. Donovan, equalized the score. The comeback was completed just three minutes later, in the 64th minute, thanks to a goal by B. Nygren with an assist from A. Engels, which unleashed euphoria in the local fans.
The match was also marked by intensity and dispute, reflected in the numerous fouls committed by both teams (15 by Celtic and 16 by Sturm Graz) and the cards. Sturm Graz suffered especially in this section, with a red card to T. Chukwuani in the 70th minute, which further hampered their chances of reaction. Although Sturm Graz had 100% shot on target efficiency, it wasn’t enough to counter Celtic’s dominance. The home side attempted 20 shots, 7 of which were on target, with 9 corners in their favor. The victory allows Celtic to add important points on their journey in the UEFA Europa League.
Substitutions celtic: at minute 4 K. Iheanacho came in and J. Kenny went out., at minute 26 A. Johnston came in and C. Donovan went out., at minute 78 S. Tounekti came in and M. Balikwisha went out.
Substitutions sturm graz: at minute 46 T. Oermann came in and J. Mitchell went out., at minute 59 M. Malone came in and S. Jatta went out., at minute 59 F. Rozga came in and J. Hodl went out., at minute 78 O. Kiteishvili came in and L. Grgic went out., at minute 82 T. Horvat came in and A. Kayombo went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Celtic
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Sturm Graz
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