Beşiktaş travels to Scotland to face Celtic on November 5, 2026, in the fourth match of the UEFA Europa League league phase. The fixture kicks off at 23:00 TRT at Celtic Park in Glasgow, with broadcaster TRT 1 televising the match live.
Beşiktaş Secures Strong Start in Europe
Entering the fourth week of continental competition, Beşiktaş sits eighth in the UEFA Europa League standings with seven points from its opening three fixtures, recording zero defeats so far in the new league phase format. Sabah noted that the Turkish club opened its European campaign with a 4–1 victory over Olympique Marsilya on September 17, 2026, followed by a 3–2 away win against TSG Hoffenheim on October 15, and a 2–2 draw with Crystal Palace on October 22. The strong run leaves the team well-positioned in the upper tier of the 36-team table as it pursues a coveted top-eight finish to secure direct qualification to the round of 16.
Celtic Struggles Through Early European Fixtures
In contrast to the visiting side’s unbeaten run, Celtic enters the fixture searching for its first points in the league phase. Haberler reported that the Glasgow club dropped into the Europa League after losing its UEFA Champions League play-off tie to Austrian side LASK. Domestically, Celtic competes in the Scottish Premiership, where it has claimed over 50 league titles and maintains its historic rivalry with Rangers in the Old Firm derby. In Europe this term, however, the Scottish side suffered defeats in its opening outings, falling 3–1 at home to Ferencváros and 4–1 away to Benfica before facing Celta Vigo in the third round.
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Broadcast Details and Venue Logistics
The encounter takes place at Celtic Park, a 60,000-seat venue known for its intense atmosphere during European nights. Because of a three-hour time difference between Turkey and Scotland, the match starts at 20:00 local time in Glasgow, translating to 23:00 in Turkey. TRT holds the broadcast rights in Turkey, with TRT 1 slated to carry the live feed. While İnternet Haber noted that exact channel placements across TRT’s network or its digital platform tabii can occasionally shift depending on weekly programming, official confirmations point viewers toward TRT’s main channels for free coverage.
Upcoming Fixtures for Siyah-Beyazlılar
Following the trip to Glasgow, Beşiktaş faces a demanding schedule through the winter months as the league phase concludes. The club’s confirmed UEFA Europa League calendar lists matches continuing into January 2027:
- November 5, 2026 (Matchday 4): Celtic vs. Beşiktaş (23:00 TRT)
- November 26, 2026 (Matchday 5): Beşiktaş vs. Hapoel Beer-Sheva (20:45 TRT)
- December 10, 2026 (Matchday 6): Bayer Leverkusen vs. Beşiktaş (23:00 TRT)
- January 21, 2027 (Matchday 7): Beşiktaş vs. Union Saint-Gilloise (20:45 TRT)
- January 28, 2027 (Matchday 8): Omonia vs. Beşiktaş (23:00 TRT)
Frequently Asked Questions About the Fixture
When is the Celtic versus Beşiktaş match? The match is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, starting at 23:00 Turkey time.
Where is the match being played? The fixture takes place at Celtic Park in Glasgow, Scotland.
Which channel is broadcasting the game in Turkey? TRT holds the rights to broadcast the match live on television, with TRT 1 slated to air the encounter without requiring a paid subscription.
How many points does Beşiktaş have in the Europa League? Beşiktaş accumulated seven points from its first three matches, placing them eighth in the league phase standings prior to the fourth round.
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