Bologna – Celtic: Hosts must seal the deal 
Thursday night at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara — a match that could tip this phase of the Europa League. Bologna sit in a decent spot, Celtic do not. Stakes are simple for both sides.
Bologna still well placed despite a rough patch 
Winning the Coppa Italia last season handed Bologna a nice European run. After a poor start against Aston Villa they steadied quickly and haven’t lost in the Europa League since. Three wins and two draws from the last five leave Vincenzo Italiano’s side on 11 points and still fighting for an automatic last-16 spot. Everything’s still open, but they can’t slip up at home.
The problem is momentum. Bologna can’t string results together in the league or cup — one win in nine. Matches have been tight, nervy, and confidence isn’t what it was at the start of the season.
Celtic under pressure but back on track 
Celtic head to Italy feeling a bit steadier. Martin O’Neill’s return has helped and the Scots have three wins on the bounce in all competitions. In the Europa League the margin is thin. Seven points leaves the Bhoys in the last qualifying spot — one slip and they could be out of the top two after this round.
On the road Celtic haven’t always reassured this season, but recent form means they travel with fewer doubts than a few weeks ago.
A closer tie than it looks
Bologna have home advantage and have been solid in Europe, but Celtic arrive full of confidence and must take points. The side that controls the tempo, survives the quiet spells and finishes its chances will win.
Don’t expect fireworks. Expect a committed, sometimes tense scrap where every mistake hurts.
Likely lineups
Bologna : Ravaglia ; Holm, Casale, Heggem, Miranda ; Freuler, Pobega ; Orsolini, Fabbian, Rowe ; Castro
Celtic : Schmeichel ; Ralston, Trusty, Scales, Tierney ; Engels, McGregor, Hatate ; Yang, Maeda, Tounekti
Football Prediction Bologna vs Celtic Glasgow
Bologna to win
Despite the rough patch, Bologna are hard to break down at home. Facing a Celtic side with plenty on the line, the Italians have what it takes to nick it, even in a tight game.
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