Can Celtic Change the Narrative in Lisbon as Hearts open their campaign?
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Can Celtic Change the Narrative in Lisbon as Hearts open their campaign?

B2Upper-intermediateOctober 15, 202621 min
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Can Celtic produce a result in Lisbon that changes the mood around the club? Craig Telfer is joined by former Hearts defender Ryan McGowan to preview a huge night of European football. The pair discuss the ongoing debate surrounding Celtic's direction, Martin O'Neill's position, and whether a positive result against Benfica could ease tensions around Parkhead. They also assess Celtic's tactical options, the form of Kasper Høgh and the challenge posed by one of Portugal's strongest sides. Attention then turns to Tynecastle, where Hearts begin their Conference League campaign against Danish outfit Nordsjælland. Ryan explains why the vi...

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Well a big win tonight, lift the mood and heart of mood low then have the chance to make a European statement of their very own. My name is Craig Telfer and this is the Scottish football podcast. All the news, views and analysis you need on Thursday the 15th of October. Celtic are in Lisbon to face Ben Fica in the Europa League, and looking to bounce back after losing their opening match in the competition.

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