Bayern Munich finished outside the top eight by a point, and they have to go through the knockout playoffs in the new UCL format. Celtic did just enough to earn a spot in the knockouts, but they have a huge task getting past Bayern Munich. Our Celtic vs Bayern predictions are ready for the first leg in Scotland.
Both teams will meet over two legs in the new format, and Bayern will travel to Celtic Park looking to get an early advantage.
| ℹ️ Tournament: | UEFA Champions League season 2024-25, Knockout Play-offs (1st leg) |
| ⚽️ Venue: | Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland |
| 🗓️ Date: | 12 February 2025 |
| ⏰ Time: | 20:00 GMT on Wednesday |
The hosts have had a good run in the UCL, but they are heavy underdogs on Celtic vs Bayern odds. The Bavarians have won only once on the road in this competition, but they are favorites at 1.40 (2/5). The Celtic betting odds are set at 7.00 (6/1), and a draw is worth 5.50 (9/2) on the bookies.
Bayern Munich and Celtic met in the group stage of the Champions League in 2017, and the Bavarians beat the Scottish side over two legs. Kingsley Coman and Javier Martinez were on the scoresheet last time Bayern visited the Celtic Park.
Celtic’s 1-0 win at home to Young Boys was enough to guarantee them a place in the playoffs despite losing 4-2 to Aston Villa on the final day. Brendan Rodgers’ side is unbeaten at home in the Champions League, picking up three wins in Glasgow. With three wins in a row ahead of this game, Celtic will fancy their chances against a Bayern team that has struggled on the road.
Daizen Maeda was sent off in the game against Young Boys, and he will be absent for the first leg vs Bayern. James Forrest is the only player injured for the hosts, and Nicolas Kuhn will start in his absence.
Vincent Kompany lost two of his first three Champions League matches, but they strung together a couple of wins in the last few games to reach the knockouts. Bayern Munich are the favorite to qualify on the UCL playoffs 2025 betting odds, and they will go all out in the first game. Since their 3-0 defeat to Feyenoord, Bayern Munich has won their last four matches in all competitions.
Alphonso Davies signed a new contract with Bayern Munich, and he is in line to make a comeback after his injury. Joao Palhinha and Serge Gnabry are also included in the UCL squad this week.
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Celtic has pulled off some exciting results in the Champions League this season, and Bayern Munich should be a bit worried ahead of this trip to Glasgow. The hosts haven’t lost at home in the UCL, and they were able to take points off Atalanta away from home. Celtic has beaten Leipzig and Young Boys at home, and they could cause problems for the Bavarians. Bayern Munich’s only away win in the UCL was against a Salzburg team that lost seven out of eight matches. A bet on the hosts to not lose by more than a goal has good value on Celtic vs Bayern betting tips.
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Three out of Bayern Munich’s last five UCL games have ended with under 3.5 goals, and the Bavarians failed to score in the Netherlands last time. Celtic have often taken a defensive approach in the Champions League, and four of their last six games have ended with less than four goals. The hosts will sit back and wait for their chances, and with Bayern struggling on the road, the under 3.5 bet is a good offer on soccer 2025 bookmakers.
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Harry Kane has some catching up to do with the UCL top scorer awards in his sight. The English man has scored six goals in the Champions League this term and is three away from the top of the scoring charts. Harry Kane has scored in four consecutive games for the Bavarians, netting six goals in that period. He will definitely have his chances in Glasgow, and he is one of the best scorer bets for Celtic vs Bayern betting predictions.
Can the hosts make the home advantage count? Or will it be business as usual for Bayern? Our Celtic vs Bayern Munich betting picks are ready, and you can make extra cash from this match by using our expert tips and predictions.
