Europa League wrap: Sizzling Sparta humiliate dismal Celtic

Celtic substitute Leigh Griffiths pulled a goal back in the 64th minute - but it was another poor night for Neil Lennon's side

Celtic's Albian Ajeti (left) appears dejected after Sparta Prague celebrate scoring their side's fourth goal. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire.

Lukas Julis scored a hat-trick as Sparta Prague claimed a stunning 4-1 away win that sent Celtic to the bottom of their Europa League group.

The Czech Republic side had a clutch of players missing through injury and Covid-19 issues, including number one goalkeeper Milan Heca and teenage star Adam Hlozek, but they took the lead in the 26th minute through striker Julis, and he scored a second just before the interval.