Celtic praised after Champions League draw with Bayern Munich

Celtic's Champions League journey came to a heartbreaking end after a last-minute equalizer from Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies led to a 1-1 draw, sending Bayern through on aggregate. Despite the disappointment, Celtic's performance garnered praise, especially from Bayern manager Vincent Kompany, who acknowledged the competitive spirit displayed by Celtic in both legs of the tie. The decision to start Jeffrey Schlupp over Greg Taylor was highlighted as a tactical success, with pundit Troy Deeney commending Schlupp's impressive performance against Bayern's attacking threats. Following the match, Peter Schmeichel encouraged Celtic players to take pride in their efforts, noting their near victory and the cruel nature of the late goal. As Celtic shifts focus back to domestic competitions, they aim to maintain their lead in the Scottish Premiership and pursue success in the Scottish Cup. The team remains optimistic about their growth in European football despite the setback.