Key Highlights
- Celtic suffered a defeat in Denmark against FC Midtjylland with a score of 3-1.
- The match took place on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at MCH Arena in Herning, Denmark.
- FC Midtjylland dominated the first half and took an early lead, while Celtic struggled to find their rhythm.
- Celtic managed to reduce the deficit through a penalty scored by Reo Hatate but could not equalize further.
UEFA Europa League Matchday Four: Celtic’s Struggle in Denmark
The UEFA Europa League saw another intense match on Thursday, November 6, 2025, with Celtic facing FC Midtjylland in Herning, Denmark. The Hoops, known for their passionate support and home ground advantage, could not find the winning formula against a resolute Danish side.
Early Dominance from FC Midtjylland
The match began with FC Midtjylland asserting their dominance on the field. In just 15 minutes, Kasper Schmeichel made two crucial saves to deny Franculino and Benjamin Nygren respectively. However, the home team’s defensive resilience was eventually breached in the 33rd minute when Martin Erlic headed a cross from Mikel Kruger-Johnsen into the net.
FC Midtjylland doubled their lead just two minutes later through a curling shot by Krüger-Johnsen. The Danish side continued to exert pressure, and with four minutes remaining before halftime, Franculino added another goal, making it 3-0 for FC Midtjylland.
Celtic’s Late Push
Despite the daunting deficit, Celtic showed signs of resilience in the second half. Anthony Ralston had a chance to narrow the gap but his shot narrowly missed the target. The home side continued to dominate possession and chances, with several near-misses.
Celtic finally managed to cut into the lead when Reo Hatate converted from the penalty spot in the 78th minute after being fouled inside the box by Vyskov. This reduced FC Midtjylland’s lead to 3-1, but it was too little, too late for the Hoops.
Match Summary and Aftermath
The defeat leaves Celtic in a challenging position as they aim to recover from this setback in the UEFA Europa League. Despite their efforts, the match statistics highlighted FC Midtjylland’s superiority: 61% possession, 23 shots, with three on target, compared to Celtic’s 40% possession and 12 shots, only one on target.
The loss also saw Celtic playing a six-minute period with ten men due to an injury to Callum Osmand. This added another layer of difficulty as the Hoops tried to mount a comeback against a numerically superior opponent.
FC Midtjylland maintained their perfect record in this season’s Europa League, demonstrating why they are currently top of the tournament’s league table. The result will be closely scrutinized by both clubs and fans alike, as it sets the stage for future matches in the competition.
The match showcased the competitive nature of the UEFA Europa League and highlighted the challenges teams face when competing against well-prepared opponents like FC Midtjylland in a foreign environment.
