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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Ewan Paton

Major update issued on Celtic vs Dundee amid concern over Storm Éowyn damage

Celtic vs Dundee has been postponed  this afternoon.

The teams had been due to meet in their scheduled Scottish Premiership fixture, however, damage sustained to Celtic Park by Storm Éowyn means that the game has been called off. 

Yesterday, pictures showed debris lying across seats within the ground itself, with other items strewn across the pitch, while advertisements outside Celtic Park have been torn down due to the extremely strong winds.


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A club statement read: "Today’s scheduled Scottish Premiership match between Celtic and Dundee at Celtic Park has been called off.

"Unfortunately, due to the stadium damage sustained yesterday we have been advised that we are unable to proceed with today's match.

"While clearly this is disappointing, the safety of our supporters will always be our priority.

"The rearranged fixture will take place on February 5, 2025 with a 7.45pm kick-off."

While the Scottish Premiership champions will be disappointed that today's game is off, it means they will face Aston Villa on Wednesday with a full week of rest. 

Brendan Rodgers takes his team to Birmingham already secure of a place in the knockout stages of the UEFA Champions League after a 1-0 win over BSC Young Boys midweek. 

A hotly anticipated Battle of Britain, the Parkhead side will relish the opportunity to take on one of the English Premier League's top outfits in their own backyard. 

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