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Mark Pirie

John Hartson turns sour on Celtic Champions League dream as 'six points' hope earns firm warning

Frustrated John Hartson has shifted Celtic's focus to the Europa League path as he played down the chances of winning their next two Champions League games.

It was a disappointing night in Germany for Ange Postecgolou's men as their hopes of reaching the knockout stage were dealt a blow by RB Leipzig. Despite the 3-1 defeat to the Bundesliga side, a win over Marco Rose's side at Celtic Park coupled with a victory over Shakhtar Donetsk could put Celtic in pole position to reach the last 16 when they face Real Madrid in matchday six.

However, Parkhead hero Hartson is more concerned about the level of performance produced in the RB Arena as he placed serious doubts over claiming three points in Glasgow's east end next Tuesday. The Welshman does believe there could be a route forward in Europe for the Scottish Premiership champions. Hartson told The Go Radio Football Show: 'We're up against a team that have got a player, (Christopher) Nkunku, who has a £90m release clause.

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