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- Why this match is crucial for Celtic’s European hopes
- How Bologna arrive: form and group standing
- Where to stream and watch Bologna vs Celtic live in the U.S.
- Kickoff details and U.S. kickoff conversions
- Players and tactical threads to watch
- Europa League fixtures across the matchweek
- What a positive result would mean
Celtic head to Bologna with their Europa League hopes hanging by a thread. A costly group-stage run, a mid-season managerial change and a compact schedule make this fixture feel like a turning point for the Scottish side. Fans and neutrals will watch to see if a short-term revival can turn pressure into progress.
Why this match is crucial for Celtic’s European hopes
Celtic sit precariously inside the qualifying slot of their group. After six matches, they have collected just seven points. That position leaves no margin for error.
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Management changes have defined their campaign. Wilfried Nancy was recently sacked. Martin O’Neil is back as interim boss. His previous caretaker stint brought an immediate rise in results.
The team responded with three straight wins after losing the Old Firm derby. Those victories bought confidence, but the group table remains tight.
How Bologna arrive: form and group standing
Bologna are in a contrasting place within the same group. They sit comfortably above the danger zone. Their Europa League ranking gives them a buffer, though league form has dipped.
The Italian side has managed only one win in five competitive matches. Losses have crept into their run of results. Expect a team that will defend space and look to exploit Celtic mistakes.
Where to stream and watch Bologna vs Celtic live in the U.S.
TV channel: None
Live stream: Paramount+
In the United States, Paramount+ holds exclusive rights to stream UEFA club matches. This fixture will be available only on that service.
- Paramount+ streams Champions League, Europa League and Conference League matches.
- Subscribers can follow every kickoff and replays on demand.
Kickoff details and U.S. kickoff conversions
The match is staged at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara in Bologna, Italy. Kickoff is set for Thursday, January 22 at 18:45 local time.
- Eastern Time: Thu, Jan. 22 — 12:45 p.m.
- Central Time: Thu, Jan. 22 — 11:45 a.m.
- Mountain Time: Thu, Jan. 22 — 10:45 a.m.
- Pacific Time: Thu, Jan. 22 — 9:45 a.m.
Players and tactical threads to watch
Expect both sides to play cautiously early. Bologna may sit deeper and invite Celtic forward. Celtic will need to balance risk with creativity.
- Midfield control will shape the game. Whoever dominates that area gains momentum.
- Set pieces could be decisive. Tight matches often hinge on dead-ball situations.
- Subs and bench use will matter. Managers with fresh ideas can swing the contest after 60 minutes.
Europa League fixtures across the matchweek
There are two waves of matches on Thursday. Below are the fixtures relevant to the same kickoff windows.
Thursday, January 22 — 12:45 p.m. ET
- Bologna vs. Celtic
- Brann vs. Midtjylland
- Fenerbahce vs. Aston Villa
- Feyenoord vs. Sturm Graz
- Freiburg vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv
- Malmo vs. Red Star Belgrade
- PAOK vs. Real Betis
- Viktoria Plzen vs. Porto
- BSC Young Boys vs. Lyon
Thursday, January 22 — 3:00 p.m. ET
- Braga vs. Nottingham Forest
- Celta Vigo vs. Lille
- Dinamo Zagreb vs. FCSB
- FC Utrecht vs. Genk
- Ferencvaros vs. Panathinaikos
- Nice vs. Go Ahead Eagles
- Rangers vs. Ludogorets Razgrad
- Roma vs. VfB Stuttgart
- RB Salzburg vs. Basel
What a positive result would mean
A win in Bologna would dramatically improve Celtic’s chances of progressing. It would move them off the knife edge and restore belief around the squad.
Conversely, a draw or loss would leave the group finely balanced. That outcome would increase pressure ahead of the final round of fixtures.
