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Is Celtic vs Braga live on TV? Kick-off time, live stream, team news, referee & VAR

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Celtic really need a statement win to ignite their season.

The Hoops have drawn the last two matches against Red Star Belgrade and Hibs, scoring just one goal thanks to Kelechi Iheanacho.

Supporters remain furious with the club’s board and will continue to protest, so the team need to do their all to lift spirits amongst the fanbase.

Braga visit Glasgow on Thursday as Celtic host their first Europa League match of the campaign, and these are the games you need to win to reach the last 16 directly.

Below, 67 Hail Hail has everything you need to know about Celtic vs Braga including TV and live stream details, the latest team and injury news, plus the appointed officials.

Split image showing close-up views of the Celtic and Braga badges
Celtic and Braga badges Credit: Getty Images/Kristian Skeie – UEFA

Celtic vs Braga kick-off time

Celtic host Braga in the Europa League league phase at Celtic Park on Thursday, October 2. Kick-off in Glasgow is at 17:45 BST.

Is Celtic vs Braga live on TV?

Yes, Celtic vs Braga will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2. Their coverage will begin at 17:00 BST.

Celtic supporters living outside the UK and Ireland cannot watch the Europa League encounter live via their Celtic TV international subscription due to UEFA restrictions. However, audio commentary is available.

If you are out and about, you can listen to commentary of the game live via BBC Radio Scotland. Coverage on Sportsound begins at 17:00 BST.

Highlights of Celtic vs Braga will be uploaded to TNT Sports Football’s YouTube channel after the match.

Celtic team & injury news

Brendan Rodgers may have Reo Hatate back in action after missing the draw with Hibs due to a tight hamstring.

Auston Trusty trained for the first time last week after a heel problem, so he may also return to the matchday squad versus Braga.

Jota and Alistair Johnston remain long-term absentees.

Referee & VAR

The officials for Celtic vs Braga have been confirmed by UEFA. The on-field referee will be German whistler Tobias Stieler, and he will be assisted by Lasse Koslowski and Mark Borsch.

Christian Dingert will be the VAR, while Pol van Boekel from the Netherlands has been confirmed as the AVAR.