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“Bayern Munich Fell Apart”– McFadden Reveals Moment Celtic Took Over in Champions League Clash
McFadden Identifies Key Moment Celtic Took Control Against Bayern
James McFadden has highlighted the turning point in Celtic’s clash with Bayern Munich, pinpointing the moment the Hoops wrestled control from the German giants.
Despite falling 2-0 behind due to defensive mistakes that gifted goals to Michael Olise and Harry Kane, Celtic found a way back into the game after Brendan Rodgers made key tactical changes.
The introduction of Yang provided an attacking spark, but it was Daizen Maeda’s shift to a central striker role—following Adam Idah’s substitution for Jota—that truly altered the game’s dynamic. The Japanese forward not only pulled a goal back but also pressed relentlessly, unsettling Bayern’s backline in the latter stages.
McFadden: Maeda’s Energy Disrupted Bayern’s Control
McFadden, speaking on BBC Sportsound, believes Bayern lost their grip on the match due to Maeda’s pressing and tireless work rate.
“Towards the end, Celtic looked the better side,” McFadden said. “They were the more threatening team. Bayern had control in the first half, but they lost it completely in the second.”
“The switch to Maeda up front was key. He chases everything, but more importantly, he triggers the press. You could see him urging his teammates forward—Yang, Jota, and the whole team pushing up behind him.
“If you compare Bayern’s short passes in the first half to how many long balls they were forced into after that switch, it shows Celtic’s belief and attacking intent. That was a warning sign for Bayern.”
Celtic Still Have a Fighting Chance
With the second leg at the Allianz Arena looming, McFadden insists Celtic are not out of the tie. While overturning a 2-1 deficit in Germany will be a monumental challenge, the Hoops can take confidence from their strong finish.
“Most people will think it’s unlikely, but Bayern now know they still have work to do,” McFadden added.
“Yang made an impact, using the ball well and making the right decisions. Celtic looked really strong in those final stages.
“They won’t celebrate a defeat, but they should take confidence from how they finished. Maeda’s chance around Neuer, Johnston’s shot—there were moments that could have changed everything. They’ve shown they can cause Bayern problems, and if they push on again, who knows what could happen?”
