Video: Goal that took Celtic into knockout stages of Europa League

Celtic fans watched on glumly as their team slumped to a 2-0 deficit in a match they couldn't afford to lose - or so they thought.
Rosenborg's defender Tore Reginiussen heads into the back of the net, stunning hosts RB Leipzig. Picture: AFPRosenborg's defender Tore Reginiussen heads into the back of the net, stunning hosts RB Leipzig. Picture: AFP
Rosenborg's defender Tore Reginiussen heads into the back of the net, stunning hosts RB Leipzig. Picture: AFP
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Celtic 1 - 2 Salzburg: Hosts qualify for knockout stages despite defeat

Just when it looked certain the Hoops were heading out of Europe, they received some terrific news from over 800 miles away.

Rosenborg, who hadn’t won a single point in the group before Thursday night, had scored a late equaliser away to RB Leipzig.

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Tore Reginiussen’s header ensured that Leipzig couldn’t overhaul Celtic’s place in the standings, despite fellow Red Bull side Salzburg doing them a favour at Parkhead.

In the end Brendan Rodgers’ side advanced to the last 32 of the Europa League by one point.

The draw will take place this Monday.