Jablonec v Celtic
05 August 1645hrs
Football – Europe – Europa League
Pick Celtic AH-0.25
Bookmaker Bet Victor
Odds: 1.70 odds taken 1144 GMT, Wednesday 4th August
Thursday features action from the Europa League with Jablonec taking on Celtic at Stadion Střelnice.
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Jablonec Preview – Can Jablonec bounce back?
Although Jablonec got their Czech Republic Czech Liga campaign off to a winning start with a 1-0 home win against Banik Ostrava, the hosts then suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat away from home at Mlada Boleslav, so Jablonec will be keen to get a good result under their belts on Thursday night.
Jablonec have only just started their season after playing four pre-season friendlies which saw the hosts win two, draw one and lose one, while previous results at Europa League level have been pretty disappointing.
The hosts have managed to win just one of their last 11 ties in this competition overall, while during their whole history in the Europa League, Jablonec have won just two of their previous 12 ties on home turf.
Celtic Preview – Can Celtic’s experience come to the fore?
Although Celtic were eventually dumped out of the qualifying round of the Champions League by Danish side, Midtjylland, in a 3-2 loss on aggregate, the Scottish visitors pushed the Danes all the way and experience at that level along with competitive match-play would have been invaluable.
However, Celtic also suffered defeat on the weekend in their season-opening Premiership fixture away from home at Hearts, losing 2-1, so they too will be keen to get their new season off the mark with a 1st leg lead here.
Last season, Celtic made it through to the group stage of the Europa League and although they finished bottom of their group, The Hoops did record a 3-2 win over Lille on the final matchday.
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Jablonec v Celtic
Key Facts – Jablonec v Celtic Tip
- Jablonec have won just 2 of their previous 12 ties at home
- Jablonec have won just 1 of their last 11 EL ties overall
- Celtic have lost just 2 of their last 6 away ties in the EL
Jablonec do not hold a good record in the Europa League while Celtic’s experience at this level could give the visitors an advantage here.
The best betting odds for Jablonec v Celtic
Jablonec to win: 4.00 at Bet Victor
Draw: 3.50 at Bet Victor
Celtic to win: 1.95 at Bet Victor
