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Celtic to play HJK or Reykjavik in CL

Celtic to play HJK or Reykjavik in CL
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Celtic will go up against either HJK Helsinki or Reykjavik in the third qualifying round of the Champions League while Motherwell are due to meet Panathinaikos.

Celtic have been drawn a home tie against either HJK Helsinki or Reykjavik in the third qualifying round of the Champions League.

The Scottish Premier League champions will begin their European venture with a clash against Finnish side HJK Helsinki or welcome Icelandic team Reykavik to Celtic Park, depending on the outcome of the pair's second-round qualifier.

Meanwhile, the Bhoys' fellow Scottish outfit Motherwell will take on Panathinaikos in the qualifier as they attempt to reach the playoffs through the League Placing Route.

Turkish outfit Fenerbahce go head to head with FC Vaslui for a place in the playoffs, while Dynamo Kiev take on Dutch side Feyenoord as they attempt to keep their place in the Champions League.

The ties will be played on July 31, August 1 and August 7, 8 with the playoffs due to take place from August 10.

> In Full: Champions League third qualifying round draw

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