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Celtic Park29 August 2012 at 19:45
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Celtic
Helsingborg
Kick Off
G. Hooper

assist: G. Samaras

30′
Half Time
62′
T. SørumD. Accam
G. SamarasA. Watt
70′
75′
E. WahlstedtM. Lindström
A. MatthewsM. Lustig
76′
81′
W. AttaD. Nordmark
V. Wanyama

assist: K. Commons

88′
G. HooperP. McCourt
90+1′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Celtic is 6.70, compared to — for Helsingborg. 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. Celtic's highest-rated starter is J. Forrest (6.70), while Helsingborg's best-rated player is —.

Midfield Control

Celtic field 11 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus Helsingborg's 11 rated —. 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 85% for Celtic and —% for Helsingborg. 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 Celtic's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: J. Forrest (34), oldest: J. Forrest (34)), while Helsingborg average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Celtic's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Helsingborg. 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.

CelticPosition StrengthHelsingborg
6.70
Avg Rating
6.70Midfielder (11 v 11)
0G 0A0G 0A
Celtic
1MidfielderF. Forster
3MidfielderE. Izaguirre
21MidfielderC. Mulgrew
6MidfielderK. Wilson
2MidfielderA. Matthews
8MidfielderS. Brown
15MidfielderK. Commons
67MidfielderV. Wanyama
49MidfielderJ. Forrest6.7
9MidfielderG. Samaras
88MidfielderG. Hooper
Helsingborg
0MidfielderP. Hansson
0MidfielderC. Andersson
0MidfielderE. Wahlstedt
0MidfielderW. Atta
0MidfielderJ. Baffo
0MidfielderJ. Uronen
0MidfielderA. Gashi
0MidfielderA. Bedoya
0MidfielderM. Mahlangu
0MidfielderT. Sørum
0MidfielderN. Durdic

Match Summary

Celtic defeated Helsingborg 2:0. The match was played in UEFA Champions League 2012. Goals were scored by G. Hooper 30′, V. Wanyama 88′. Celtic made 3 substitutions, Helsingborg made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Celtic vs Helsingborg Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
Celtic
1
wins
Drawn
0
Helsingborg
0
wins
Total goals
2 · 2.0/match
Both scored
0/1 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/1 · 0%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 02 v 2012All 1 meetings

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