Martin O'Neill has made eight changes to Celtic's starting XI for their Europa League trip to Bologna. Goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel and defender Kieran Tierney return, while top scorer Benjamin Nygren starts on the bench. Colby Donovan keeps his place at right-back, as Julian Araujo is not in the European squad.

Celtic sit 24th in the Europa League standings with seven points, clinging to a play-off spot. A win in Italy would be a major boost to their knockout stage hopes. Manager Martin O'Neill acknowledged the "big fight" ahead, aiming to secure progress after a turbulent European campaign under his predecessor.

For Bologna, captain Lewis Ferguson returns to lead the side. The Serie A club, 13th in the Europa League table, have won their last two European games. Celtic, meanwhile, have a poor record in Italy, with just one win in 16 attempts. The Hoops also announced the loan signing of striker Tomas Cvancara, though he is unavailable for tonight's match.