Celtic 3-1 RB Leipzig: Kuhn Double Sparks Impressive Win for Hoops at Celtic Park

Celtic Park witnessed a memorable night in the Champions League as Celtic rallied from behind to defeat RB Leipzig 3-1, led by an inspired performance from Kuhn, whose first-half brace turned the game on its head. The Scottish champions' energetic pressing and clinical finishing secured a well-deserved victory, putting them in a strong position in their group.

Leipzig initially looked set to spoil the party in Glasgow, taking the lead in the 23rd minute when Christoph Baumgartner capitalized on a corner, rising to meet Kevin Kampl’s cross and heading the ball past Celtic’s defense. But the hosts responded with resilience and intensity. Just 12 minutes later, Kuhn leveled the score with a sensational strike, curling the ball in off the far post and igniting the home crowd.

Celtic’s momentum only grew, and on the brink of halftime, they took the lead. A well-crafted move saw Taylor cut back the ball from the byline, giving Kuhn an easy tap-in to secure his second goal and send Celtic into the break with a deserved advantage.

In the second half, Celtic’s pressing game continued to trouble Leipzig, whose struggles became apparent when goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi made a costly error. Under pressure, he misplaced a pass, allowing Reo Hatate to pounce and fire home Celtic's third goal, sealing the victory for the Scottish side.

Celtic finished with an xG of 1.66 from 17 shots, reflecting their attacking intent and control, while Leipzig managed an xG of 1.13 from 10 attempts but ultimately lacked the composure to recover. The result boosts Celtic’s Champions League hopes, and they’ll look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures.

The win not only showcased Celtic’s determination and tactical discipline but also highlighted their growing confidence on the European stage. For Leipzig, the defeat will prompt some reflection, as they seek to regroup and improve their performance in the remaining games.