Liverpool have withdrawn Joel Matip from the squad for their match against Manchester United at Old Trafford after FIFA failed to provide the necessary guarantees he was available for selection.

CELTIC manager Martin O'Neill was last night insisting his first priority was to sign a new contract with Liam Miller.

ANDERLECHT striker Aruna Dindane launched an astonishing broadside at Celtic’s defenders last night, branding them “dangerous fools” and claiming he was lucky to escape from Parkhead on Wednesday without serious injury.

Anderlecht 1 Celtic 0

CELTIC manager Martin O’Neill has had good news on three fronts as he chases his first Champions League away victory against Anderlecht.