Celtic and Rangers learn Europa League group opponents

Author: Andrew MacleanPublished 27th Aug 2021
Last updated 27th Aug 2021

Celtic and Rangers have found out their Europa League group stage fate.

Ange Postecoglou's side will face a reunion with former full-back Jeremie Frimpong after being draw in Group G with Bayer Leverkusen.

The 20-year old left for the Bundesliga team in January.

The Parkhead side will also take on Spanish side Real Betis and Bulagrian's Ferencvaros who knocked them out of Champions League qualifying last season.

Steven Gerrard's men will be off to France as they face an exciting tie against Lyon where former Hoops striker Moussa Dembele currently plays.

Czech side Sparta Prague and Danish outfit Brondby make up the rest of Group A.

Both Old Firm sides were seeded in Pot Two this year.

The Parkhead side lost 2-1 to AZ Alkmaar on Thursday night but still sealed progression to the group stages on aggregate.

Rangers drew 0-0 with Armenian champions Alashkert away from home with Alfredo Morelos' Ibrox goal a week earlier guaranteeing their spot in the competition proper.