Four Findings: Valencia 1-0 Celtic

Celtic exited the Europa League at the round of 32 stage as Valencia defeated them with a 3-0 aggregate victory. 

The Hoops headed to Spain hoping for a minor miracle as they looked to overturn the 2-0 deficit that had been put in place by Marcelino’s side in the first leg at Celtic Park last week. 

After a strong start to the match, Brendan Rodgers saw his team falter after being reduced to 10 men. Jeremy Toljan was given his marching orders for two yellow cards in the first half. 

Celtic turned in a resilient defensive display, but Valencia clinched a 1-0 victory as Kevin Gameiro’s goal was enough to ease them into the final 16 of the Europa League. 

Both legs have proven to be learning curves for the Hoops, and Rodgers will take encouragement from the spirit displayed from his team at the Mestalla. 

Here are four findings from Celtic’s narrow defeat at La Liga side Valencia.