Celtic’s Champions League aspirations got a significant boost with a thrilling 3-1 victory over RB Leipzig, marking their second consecutive home win in the tournament. Nicolas Kuhn shone with a first-half brace, overturning an early Leipzig lead and setting Celtic on course for the win.
RB Leipzig struck first when Christophe Baumgartner headed in from close range, seizing on a defensive slip. But Celtic responded decisively as Kuhn levelled with a beautiful, curling shot that clipped the post. Minutes later, he expertly finished Greg Taylor’s cross, sending Celtic into halftime with a 2-1 lead.
The atmosphere at Celtic Park was electric, and it only intensified after the break. Reo Hatate capitalised on an error by Leipzig’s keeper, Peter Gulacsi, who failed to clear Alistair Johnston’s cross. Hatate pounced, making it 3-1 and putting the game out of reach.
Celtic’s attack continued to push Leipzig’s defence, with Daizen Maeda finding the net in stoppage time, though it was disallowed for offside. Kuhn, who joined Celtic from Leipzig’s youth ranks after spells in Ajax, Bayern Munich, and Rapid Vienna, was instrumental throughout, showcasing both his attacking flair and defensive contributions.
With this win, Celtic are now on seven points from four games, keeping them well-positioned for the knockout stages.