Based on available information, there is no confirmation from the SPFL or Celtic FC regarding the postponement of a match between Celtic and Kairat Almaty. In fact, reports indicate the opposite is true.
The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) introduced a new rule for the current season, allowing clubs involved in the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, or Conference League play-off rounds to postpone a single domestic league match to aid their preparations. This was a measure to help Scottish teams succeed on the European stage, particularly given the rigorous travel and demanding schedules.
Celtic was given the option to postpone their Premiership fixture against Livingston, which was scheduled to fall between the two legs of their UEFA Champions League play-off tie. However, Celtic’s manager, Brendan Rodgers, and the club’s board made the decision not to utilize this new rule. They have opted to play the match against Livingston as scheduled.
The decision to play the domestic game was reportedly made for a number of reasons, including keeping the squad’s match fitness and sharpness up, and providing more game time for players.
The two-legged tie between Celtic and Kairat Almaty, a crucial fixture with a place in the UEFA Champions League group stage on the line, is still scheduled to go ahead as planned. The first leg is set for Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Celtic Park, with the return leg to be played in Kazakhstan on August 26. The SPFL has not announced any changes to this schedule.The two-legged tie between Celtic and Kairat Almaty, a crucial fixture with a place in the UEFA Champions League group stage on the line, is still scheduled to go ahead as planned. The first leg is set for Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Celtic Park, with the return leg to be played in Kazakhstan on August 26. The SPFL has not announced any changes to this schedule.
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