Kris Commons claims Celtic’s dramatic late entry into the Champions League last night with their 3-0 win over Shakhter Karagandy at Parkhead was better than beating Barcelona last season.

UEFA has threatened Shakhter Karagandy with disciplinary proceedings if they continue to perform the ritual slaughter of animals around games.

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Celtic’s culture clash with Champions League play-off opponents Shakhter Karagandy was highlighted further when Neil Lennon was asked about sacrificing sheep ahead of tonight’s night’s first-leg tie in Astana.