Celtic Hailed as Champions League ‘Masters’ as World Media Delivers Stunning LASK Verdict

Celtic have sent a message across Europe after their emphatic 3-0 Champions League play-off victory over LASK at Celtic Park.

Martin O’Neill’s side now take a commanding advantage to Austria. However, it is the reaction from around Europe that underlines just how impressive the result was.

The world media reaction to Celtic has included some remarkable praise.

German, Spanish, Colombian, Swedish and Austrian outlets have all delivered their verdicts. Some of the language used should excite Celtic supporters enormously.

World media reaction to Celtic brings huge German praise

German publication Kicker produced arguably the strongest assessment of the night.

The outlet declared that Celtic had “put LASK in their place at Paradise” before describing the Hoops as “masters of European competition.”

That is a striking verdict.

LASK arrived in Glasgow unbeaten in competitive action this season. They also created opportunities during the match.

Nevertheless, Celtic showed the quality that matters most at this level.

Benjamin Nygren broke the deadlock with another superb finish before Camilo Durán struck twice to put Celtic firmly in control.

Durán’s performance also attracted significant attention in South America.

ESPN Colombia described the forward as Celtic’s star while declaring that O’Neill’s men were a “far superior European side.”

Those are powerful words about a Celtic team beginning to look increasingly dangerous in attack.

Celtic Champions League display earns praise across Europe

Spanish giant Marca was equally impressed by the final score.

Its report said Celtic had “thrashed LASK 3-0” and had “practically” sealed the tie before the return match in Austria.

Swedish coverage understandably concentrated on the remarkable form of Nygren.

Fotbollskanalen highlighted another goal from the midfielder, who has now scored in four consecutive matches.

Meanwhile, Sportbladet described his opener as a “smash hit” and a “rock-solid finish.”

Even the Austrian press accepts the enormous task now facing LASK.

LAOLA1 suggested the visitors had enjoyed good spells, particularly before half-time. However, its conclusion was considerably more important.

LASK will require a “minor miracle” in the return leg.

Martin O’Neill will certainly not allow complacency to creep into his squad. There are still another 90 minutes to negotiate in Linz.

Yet this was exactly the type of European night Celtic supporters have been desperate to see.

Three goals. A clean sheet. Nygren scoring again. Durán producing a devastating double.

Most importantly, Celtic are suddenly being discussed across Europe as a team ready to return to the biggest stage.

Being labelled “masters of European competition” certainly isn’t a bad way to start.

Key Takeaways

• German media described Celtic as “masters of European competition”.
• ESPN Colombia called Celtic a “far superior European side”.
• Marca believes Celtic have practically sealed the tie.
• Austrian media say LASK now require a “minor miracle”.
• Celtic take a commanding 3-0 advantage to Linz.