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Ben Banks

Henrik Larsson imitation game turns Celtic downfall inspiration for RB Leipzig star Emil Forsberg

Emil Forsberg was keen Swedish hero Henrik Larsson in Glasgow - but senses better nights at Celtic Park on the horizon after causing misery for his hero's former employers.

The attacking midfielder scored the crucial goal in RB Leipzig's 2-0 win over Ange Postecoglou's side and it dumps the Hoops out of this year's Champions League following no wins in four Group F matches. Larsson is one of the club's iconic figures and the Celtic legend was a source of inspiration to Forsberg when growing up.

He's delighted to have scored in the famous number's seven's old stomping ground and saw enough from Postecoglou's men to suggest they aren't far off competing on the elite stage. He said: “I bet he’s scored some beauties in this stadium, yes? It was a nice one for me and I was very happy. It came from some very good play from us. It wasn’t easy for us, Celtic are a fantastic team.

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