Celta Vigo host Juventus at Balaídos in Spain on Thursday, 15 October 2026, with kickoff at 21:00 CEST. The UEFA Europa League league-phase match brings together a Celta side seeking its first points after losing to Omonia and a Juventus team that opened with five goals against N.E.C. Follow the Celta Vigo vs Juventus live score on SportPesa Score for match updates, goals, confirmed lineups and available match statistics.
This is not the clubs’ first European meeting. Their memorable UEFA Cup tie in 2000 ended with Celta advancing despite losing the first leg in Turin. That history, along with their contrasting starts to this season, gives the latest meeting added interest.
Celta Vigo vs Juventus match details
| Competition | UEFA Europa League 2026/27 — league phase, Matchday 2 |
| Date | Thursday, 15 October 2026 |
| Kickoff | 21:00 CEST (local time in Spain) |
| Stadium | Estadio Abanca Balaídos, Vigo, Spain |
| Celta opening result | Omonia 1–0 Celta Vigo |
| Juventus opening result | Juventus 5–0 N.E.C. Nijmegen |
The Europa League now uses a single 36-team league phase rather than traditional four-team groups. Each result contributes to the table that determines which clubs qualify directly for the round of 16, enter the knockout play-offs or exit the competition.
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Celta Vigo vs Juventus recent form
Celta’s European campaign began with a 1–0 defeat away to Omonia on 16 September. The result leaves the Spanish side looking to open its points account at home. A more effective final pass and better finishing will matter against opponents who made a convincing start.
Juventus beat N.E.C. Nijmegen 5–0 in Turin on 17 September. Nicolás González, Kerim Alajbegović, Nick Woltemade, Zeki Çelik and Randal Kolo Muani scored in that match, according to the club’s official report. Five different goalscorers underline the variety of attacking options Juventus showed on opening night, although one result alone does not establish how this away fixture will unfold.
The early Europa League standings therefore show Juventus with three points and a goal difference of +5, while Celta entered Matchday 2 without a point. Readers can follow updated Europa League standings and fixtures on SportPesa Score as the competition continues.
Celta Vigo team news and possible lineup
Celta Vigo team news will determine how coach Claudio Giráldez approaches the Juventus challenge. UEFA’s lineup from the Omonia fixture included players such as Marcos Alonso, Carl Starfelt, Sergio Carreira and Ferran Jutglà, but appearing in a previous match does not guarantee a starting place in this one.
The Celta Vigo vs Juventus confirmed lineups will show whether the hosts change their attacking shape or midfield balance after the Omonia defeat. Until the official teams are announced, any proposed XI remains provisional. Follow SportPesa Score for the Celta Vigo vs Juventus starting lineups and matchday updates.
Juventus team news and possible lineup
Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti has decisions to make after the strong opening performance against N.E.C. Players who contributed goals in that match offer useful context, but injuries, availability and rotation should be judged from official matchday information rather than assumed from an earlier team sheet.
The Juventus lineup against Celta Vigo will also reveal whether the visitors retain their pressing approach or adjust to an away match at Balaídos. Confirmed selections, substitutions and formations can be followed through the Juventus vs Celta Vigo live match coverage on SportPesa Score once available.
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Celta Vigo vs Juventus head-to-head (H2H)
The Celta Vigo vs Juventus head-to-head record includes two notable games in the 1999/2000 UEFA Cup fourth round. Juventus won 1–0 at home on 2 March 2000, before Celta recorded a 4–0 win at Balaídos on 9 March. Celta progressed 4–1 on aggregate.
Those results provide genuine historical context, although the teams and playing styles have changed greatly since then. The return to Vigo recalls a famous European result for Celta without making it a predictor of the 2026 meeting.
Tactical outlook: pressing, midfield control and transitions
The biggest question in this Celta Vigo vs Juventus match preview is how the home side handles Juventus when possession changes hands. Celta will need enough support around the ball to create chances while protecting space behind advancing players. Juventus showed against N.E.C. that several attackers can contribute to the scoreline.
Midfield control could be important in both directions. If Celta can build through pressure, they may force Juventus deeper; if Juventus recover the ball in advanced positions, quick attacks could test Celta’s defensive recovery. These are factors to watch, not a prediction of the final result.
Where to follow Celta Vigo vs Juventus live scores and match updates
Follow the Celta Vigo vs Juventus live score on SportPesa Score to track goals, match events, confirmed lineups and available match statistics. You can also check the updated UEFA Europa League table to see how both clubs stand after Matchday 2.
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Celta Vigo vs Juventus FAQs
When is Celta Vigo vs Juventus?
The Europa League match is scheduled for Thursday, 15 October 2026, at 21:00 CEST.
Where is Celta Vigo vs Juventus being played?
At Estadio Abanca Balaídos in Vigo, Spain.
What happened in the teams’ first Europa League games?
Celta lost 1–0 away to Omonia; Juventus beat N.E.C. Nijmegen 5–0.
Have Celta Vigo and Juventus played before?
Yes. Juventus won 1–0 in Turin in March 2000, but Celta won the second leg 4–0 and advanced 4–1 on aggregate.
Where can I check the confirmed lineups and live score?
SportPesa Score provides live football coverage and competition standings; official club and UEFA team announcements are additional sources for confirmed lineups.
Conclusion
Celta Vigo vs Juventus reunites two clubs with memorable European history and contrasting starts to the 2026/27 Europa League. Celta will look to recover from their opening defeat, while Juventus aim to build on a five-goal win. The contest at Balaídos should reveal how each side manages possession, pressure and transitions. Follow Celta Vigo vs Juventus live scores, lineups and Europa League standings on SportPesa Score for the latest match information.
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