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Celtic's Hassan Faces Grueling Europa League Path
28 Aug
Summary
- Haitham Hassan joins Celtic for his first European competition.
- Celtic faces a challenging path with eight varied opponents.
- The draw sets up early clashes between continental giants.
The Europa League league phase draw has been conducted, setting the stage for a season filled with potential giant-killings and crucial early encounters that could shape the competition's narrative. Among the notable participants is Haitham Hassan, the young Egyptian star who recently joined Celtic. This season marks his inaugural European experience with the Scottish club.
Celtic has been handed a formidable draw, preparing for eight matches against a variety of footballing styles. Their opponents include Olympique Marseille, Benfica, Ferencvaros, Union Saint-Gilloise, Celta Vigo, Omonia, Besiktas, and Utrecht. This challenging path pits the ambition of teams seeking upsets against the significant European pedigree of clubs like Marseille and Benfica, presenting a true test for Hassan and his Celtic colleagues in their quest for a knockout stage berth.
