Celtic are missing out on the Champions League drama, and they only have themselves to blame. <\/p>\n
The ones who are suffering are the Celtic<\/a> supporters, who have had to watch Europe\u2019s elite competition from afar this season. <\/p>\n This time last season, Celtic were at Villa Park<\/a>, with their play-off spot already booked, and watching Unai Emery\u2019s side pick up three points to secure a last-dash top-eight finish. <\/p>\n But nothing will probably come close to what unfolded in Lisbon on Wednesday night.<\/p>\n Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored a last-minute goal to help Jose Mourinho\u2019s side beat Real Madrid, and as a result, secure a play-off spot. <\/p>\n They were winning 3-2 and needed a fourth goal to knock Marseille out on goal difference. <\/p>\n Months after losing to Kairat Almaty, how do you feel about Celtic\u2019s current situation? <\/p>\n \ud83d\udc47 Join the debate; share your insight. Use the comment button on the bottom left to have your say <\/p>\n Celtic example used as Champions League\u2019s new format is praised<\/p>\n Following the drama of the Champions League, talkSPORT<\/a> discussed the action, and Gabby Agbonlahor<\/a> brought Celtic\u2019s name into the equation. <\/p>\n Last season, UEFA revamped its format<\/a>, throwing away the old group stages and bringing in a 36-team league phase, with the top eight securing automatic qualification, teams from ninth to 24 going into a play-off, and the rest getting eliminated.<\/p>\n