The hard yards are always done in the build-up so pre-season friendlies are the preferred method for players to establish a fitness base during the summer. Ange Postecoglou's side are in Austria for a summer training camp that will be interspersed with games.
It's been just 53 days since Celtic lifted the Premiership title after a 6-0 drubbong of Motherwell on the final day of the campaign. Tonight, they are back in action as the business of retaining their trophy begins in earnest. The SV Bad Erlach Stadium doesn't really compare to Parkhead, but all green and white eyes will be on it as the Hoops get a kick of the ball again.
SC Wiener Viktoria are the opposition and fans will be keen to get a look at their favourites once again as the countdown to the Scottish Premiership opener continues. Postecoglou's men host Aberdeen on July 31 and will be determined to mark flag day with a victory. Alexandro Bernabei will make his debut for the club against the Austrian minnows while fellow new recruit Benjamin Siegrist has to make do with a place on the bench. Returning superstar Jota isn't in the squad, and there's a start for Christopher Jullien, who looked to be heading out the door last week.
Celtic go directly into the Champions League group stage this season thanks to lifting the Scottish Premiership but will build up in terms of strength of pre-season friendly opponents. The first against the Austrian minnows won't take place at their own stadium, but instead a short drive from their training base.
Here is everything you need to know about the friendly match.
When and where will the game take place?
The game takes place at the SV Bad Erlach Stadium on Wednesday, July 6 with a 5.30pm kick-off time.
What channel is it on?
The match will not be shown live on TV.
Will there be a live stream?
The match will be streamed on Celtic TV.
Where else can I follow the action?
You can keep up with all the action right here on dailyrecord.co.uk! We'll be running a live blog with all the pre-match build-up and team news, and every kick of the ball once the clash gets underway.
After the game, we'll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as player ratings, talking points and a whole lot more.
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