Celtic keep Europa League focus before Benfica test
Celtic B striker Clearie, 17, trained with the first team before Benfica after scoring 15 goals in 13 games, boosting his case for senior involvement.
Benfica boss Silva called former Fulham youngster Osmand a 'very good boy' and said his side must not give the Celtic forward a chance in Lisbon.
Benfica academy director Guilherme Muller said they are 'very proud' of Jota after his ACL recovery, with the Celtic winger back after more than 500 days out.
Benfica boss Silva praised Celtic's stature and fans but warned it will be a 'tough night' in Lisbon, saying his side must be at their best to win.
Chris Sutton urged patience with Kasper Hogh, saying the Celtic striker is low on confidence but showed better link-up play and unselfishness in the win at Motherwell.
Michel-Ange Balikwisha said Celtic were 'four times more intense' than Belgium, with training and his Rangers debut overwhelming him before a loan return to Gent.
Benfica midfielder Sudakov said facing Celtic 'feels like a derby' after his Parkhead experience with Shakhtar, as he prepares for the Europa League tie.
Scales said Celtic used the break to reset after poor results, took confidence from the 2-0 win at Motherwell and now want to prove it again at Benfica.
O'Neill insisted Celtic will not sacrifice Europe for the Premiership and remain ambitious to reach the Europa League knockout stage despite a poor start.
O'Neill said Cameron Carter-Vickers misses Benfica with a strain, while Camilo Durán is not injured and was delayed because his partner is due to give birth.
Scott Brown said he turned down Cheltenham after leaving Fleetwood and has no immediate plans to return to management, preferring media work and family time.
Viljami Sinisalo discussed losing Celtic's No 1 spot for two games, admitted the call surprised him and made clear his stance on competition with Sam Johnstone.
English clubs' losses underline Celtic's financial security, but the piece argues supporters are right to question the board's ambition on recruitment and stadium plans.
A check on five Celtic loanees, including one enduring a goal drought and another former £5m signing attempting to restart his career away from Parkhead.
Mika Baur was Celtic's only SPFL Team of the Week pick after an impressive display in the 2-0 win at Motherwell, backed by strong attacking numbers.
A Rangers supporter admitted running on to the Ibrox track and challenging Celtic fans to fight after the Scottish Cup quarter-final, which Celtic won on penalties.
Martin O'Neill, Shaun Maloney and Celtic staff visited Estadio Nacional in Lisbon before Benfica, marking the anniversary of the club's 1967 European Cup triumph.
Chris Sutton is not optimistic about Celtic at Benfica but said their Europa League response could shape the season's mood, with Kasper Hogh having a point to prove.
