Bhoys sick as away jinx strikes again

CELTIC’S dismal away record in the Champions League was extended as they lost to a late Oscar Cardozo goal against Benfica in Lisbon last night.

The Scottish champions matched the home side in the first half but after the break, the Paraguayan international striker twice hit the woodwork and was denied by a world-class save from Artur Boruc. But in the 86th minute he beat the offside trap to knock the ball past Boruc, leaving the Glasgow side 14 group games without a win away from Parkhead.

Gordon Strachan’s men are bottom of Group D. Said the Bhoys boss: “You have to handle these blows. It was terrific heart that the players showed today. In the Champions League that helps and quality passing helps you as well, we chased the ball a lot and we had tired minds at the end.