6 December 2016 at 19:45
Match Summary
Manchester City and Celtic drew 1:1. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2016. Goals were scored by P. Roberts 4′, K. Iheanacho 8′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Manchester City had 57% possession while Celtic held 43%. Manchester City had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 16 (6 on target) for Celtic. Manchester City made 1 substitutions, Celtic made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Manchester City and Celtic — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Lustig
assist: Nolito
Match Statistics
Manchester City had 57% possession against Celtic's 43%. Manchester City registered 10 shots (2 on target) while Celtic managed 16 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 6–16.
Lineups
Manchester City lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under Guardiola, while Celtic deployed a 4-1-4-1 under B. Rodgers.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Manchester City is 6.90, compared to 6.70 for Celtic. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Manchester City's highest-rated starter is İ. Gündoğan (6.90), while Celtic's best-rated player is J. Forrest (6.70).
Defensive Solidity
Manchester City deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Celtic's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Manchester City field 4 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus Celtic's 4 rated 6.70. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Manchester City start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Celtic averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Manchester City and 85% for Celtic. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Manchester City's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: İ. Gündoğan (35), oldest: İ. Gündoğan (35)), while Celtic average 34.0 (youngest: J. Forrest (34), oldest: J. Forrest (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Manchester City's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 2 for Celtic. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Guardiola
Substitutes
Coach: B. Rodgers
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Manchester City have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Celtic show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Manchester City vs Celtic Head to Head Results
Manchester City and Celtic have met 2 times — Manchester City won 0, Celtic won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Celtic leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.50 per match (6 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–4 in 2024.
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