Match Summary

Bologna FC – Celtic Glasgow: 2–2

Celtic stunned Bologna early with Reo Hatate and Auston Trusty giving the visitors a 2–0 lead by the 40th minute. But the match turned when Hatate saw red before halftime, leaving Celtic with 10 men. Bologna laid siege in the second half, firing off 32 shots and eventually pulling level through Thijs Dallinga and Jon Rowe. Despite their dominance and 65% possession, the hosts couldn’t find a winner. Celtic survived the late onslaught to escape with a dramatic draw at the Dall’Ara.

Man of the Match

Key Player: Jens Odgaard (Bologna FC): a spark off the bench, Odgaard turned the tide for Bologna with an assist and a constant attacking threat. He set up Thijs Dallinga’s header that halved the deficit and followed it up with a flurry of attempts on target. Odgaard’s energy and creativity were crucial in driving Bologna's fightback to a 2-2 draw.

Conclusion

An intense encounter capped by Bologna's relentless comeback effort, with both sides settling for a hard-fought draw.