Celtic came from behind to win 3-2 against Besiktas

Celtic secured a vital 3-2 victory over Besiktas in the Europa League, thanks to impactful substitutions by manager Martin O'Neill. The match saw Junior Olaitan score for Besiktas after a penalty rebound, putting Celtic in a precarious position as they aimed to avoid a fifth consecutive European defeat. However, the introduction of Callum Osmand, Camilo Duran, and Colby Donovan transformed the game for the hosts.

Osmand made an immediate impact, equalising with his first touch just after coming on. He then assisted Duran, who rounded the goalkeeper to give Celtic the lead. The match took another turn when Orkun Kokcu equalised for Besiktas with a long-range effort, but Duran responded quickly, scoring again to restore Celtic's advantage just two minutes later.

Despite the win, Celtic remains in the bottom half of the Europa League table, but the victory keeps their hopes alive for progressing to the knockout stages. With four games left in the group, the team has a renewed sense of optimism following this much-needed triumph. The match at Celtic Park was a memorable occasion for fans, who celebrated the team's resilience.

O'Neill praised his players for their character and the quality they displayed, particularly in the second half. He highlighted the significant contributions of the substitutes, noting that the changes injected pace and energy into the team. The manager expressed satisfaction with the overall performance, emphasising that the win could serve as a platform for future success in the competition.

via Sky Sports