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Can Celtic Change the Narrative in Lisbon as Hearts open their campaign?

Craig Telfer is joined by Ryan McGowan to discuss Celtic's trip to Benfica, the pressure surrounding Parkhead, and Hearts' intriguing European clash with Danish side Nordsj忙lland.

Can Celtic produce a result in Lisbon that changes the mood around the club? Craig Telfer is joined by former Hearts defender Ryan McGowan to preview a huge night of European football. The pair discuss the ongoing debate surrounding Celtic's direction, Martin O'Neill's position, and whether a positive result against Benfica could ease tensions around Parkhead. They also assess Celtic's tactical options, the form of Kasper H酶gh and the challenge posed by one of Portugal's strongest sides. Attention then turns to Tynecastle, where Hearts begin their Conference League campaign against Danish outfit Nordsj忙lland. Ryan explains why the visitors may be tougher opponents than many expect, discusses Hearts' impressive progress under Wouter Vrancken, and reflects on the unique atmosphere European nights can generate in Gorgie.

00:00 Can Celtic Change the Conversation?

01:26 Has Celtic's Motherwell Win Eased the Pressure?

03:08 What's Driving Fan Frustration at Parkhead?

06:35 Does Martin O'Neill Share the Blame?

09:29 Benfica v Celtic Preview

11:33 How Can Celtic Get a Result in Lisbon?

14:09 Score Prediction: Benfica v Celtic

14:31 Why Nordsj忙lland Are More Dangerous Than You Think

16:55 Hearts' Impressive Rise Under Vrancken

19:42 The Magic of European Nights at Tynecastle

22:51 Score Prediction: Hearts v Nordsj忙lland

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