The highly anticipated second leg of the Champions League knockout phase between Bayern Munich and Celtic is set to take place at Allianz Arena. Bayern secured a 2-1 victory in the first leg, putting them in a favorable position. However, Celtic remains a formidable opponent, eager to overturn the deficit and advance.
📌 𝑼𝑷 𝑵𝑬𝑿𝑻: Champions League showdown for a place in the Round of 16! 🌟#packmas on Tuesday at the Allianz Arena 🏟️#FCBCEL #FCBayern pic.twitter.com/4m0s4Bz8vw
— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) February 16, 2025
Bayern Munich vs Celtic Head-to-Head Performance & Recent Form
Bayern Munich Recent Form
- Last 10 League Games: 8 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw
- Goals Scored (Avg.): 2.8 per match
- Shots on Target (Avg.): 7.6 per match
- Possession Rate: 66.8%
- Corners Won (Avg.): 6.8 per match
- Goals Conceded (Avg.): 1.1 per match
- Top Scorers: Harry Kane (7 goals), Leroy Sane (5 goals), Jamal Musiala (4 goals)
- Top Assist Providers: Michael Olise (4 assists), Joshua Kimmich (4 assists)
- Clean Sheets: Manuel Neuer (4)
Celtic Recent Form
- Last 10 League Games: 8 wins, 1 loss, 1 draw
- Goals Scored (Avg.): 3.2 per match
- Shots on Target (Avg.): 7.3 per match
- Possession Rate: 75.9%
- Corners Won (Avg.): 8.3 per match
- Goals Conceded (Avg.): 0.8 per match
- Top Scorers: Daizen Maeda (6 goals), Arne Engels (5 goals), Nicolas-Gerrit Kuehn (5 goals)
- Top Assist Providers: Arne Engels (4 assists), Daizen Maeda (4 assists)
Predicted Lineups
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer
- Defenders: Josip Stanisic, Dayot Upamecano, Min-Jae Kim, Raphael Guerreiro
- Midfielders: Joshua Kimmich, Aleksandar Pavlovic
- Forwards: Michael Olise, Jamal Musiala, Leroy Sane
- Striker: Harry Kane
Celtic (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: Kasper Schmeichel
- Defenders: Alistair Johnston, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Auston Trusty, Greg Taylor
- Midfielders: Arne Engels, Callum McGregor, Reo Hatate
- Forwards: Daizen Maeda, Adam Idah, Jota
💬 "It is up to us to keep on doing the things we always do, and try to do even better than that."
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) February 17, 2025
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Tactical Analysis
Bayern Munich’s Strategy
Bayern will look to dominate possession and apply high pressing to unsettle Celtic’s defensive line. With Kane’s finishing, Sane’s creativity, and Musiala’s technical ability, they pose a major threat in the final third.
Celtic’s Counter Approach
Celtic will likely play a disciplined defensive game while relying on quick counter-attacks. With Maeda’s pace and Idah’s finishing ability, they could exploit Bayern’s high defensive line.
Bayern Munich vs Celtic Key Match Stats & Betting Insights
- Bayern Munich has scored 2+ goals in 16 of their 22 Bundesliga matches this season.
- Celtic has netted 2+ goals in 23 of their 26 Premiership matches.
- Bayern’s home advantage: Averaging 3.40 goals per home match in their last 10 games.
- Celtic’s away record: Scoring 2.80 goals per away match on average.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) has occurred in 10 of Bayern’s last 20 matches and 7 of Celtic’s last 20.
Recommended Bet: Both Teams to Score – Yes
Given the attacking form of both teams and their ability to find the back of the net consistently, the BTTS Yes market offers strong value.
Bayern Munich vs Celtic Match Outcome Prediction
Bayern’s quality in attack, coupled with their home advantage, makes them strong favorites. However, Celtic’s resilience and goal-scoring form suggest they can put up a fight. We predict a 3-1 victory for Bayern Munich.
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— FC Bayern (@FCBayernEN) February 17, 2025
“We got a point to stay eight points ahead – and we kept a clean sheet. We are now focusing on Celtic and we have to show something tomorrow. That's what counts – not the Leverkusen game!… pic.twitter.com/mfm4RUXio7
Conclusion
Bayern Munich holds the upper hand, but Celtic’s fighting spirit should not be underestimated. Expect an intense battle, plenty of goal-scoring opportunities, and an exciting Champions League night at Allianz Arena.
