What channel is Celtic v Kairat Champions League qualifier on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Celtic v Kairat in the Champions League, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Celtic host Kairat Almaty in the first leg of their Champions League qualifier play-off clash on Wednesday evening.
Brendan Rodgers's side must beat the Kazakhstan Premier League outfit over two legs to secure their place in the League Phase of Europe's premier club competition for the 2025/26 campaign.
The Hoops will head into the midweek fixture with their tails up after starting the season with three consecutive victories and putting four past Falkirk on Friday.
Celtic will be determined to make the most of their home advantage and ensure they take a lead into what promises to be a tricky second leg at the Central Stadium next week.
Kairat won the Kazakhstan Premier League last season and are part of a three-horse race for the title this term, while they have battled their way through three qualifying rounds already as they push for a spot in the Champions League.
RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Celtic v Kairat on TV and online.
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When is Celtic v Kairat?
Celtic v Kairat will take place on Wednesday 20th August 2025.
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Celtic v Kairat kick-off time
Celtic v Kairat will kick off at 8pm.
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What TV channel is Celtic v Kairat on?
The game will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 from 7:30pm.
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You can also access TNT Sports via discovery+ and stream directly to your smart TV.
How to live stream Celtic v Kairat online
You can watch the match on TNT Sports via discovery+ Premium monthly pass without signing up to a contract.
Regular subscribers can also stream matches on a variety of devices including laptops, smartphones and tablets via the discovery+ app.
discovery+ is the new streaming home of TNT Sports, showing events including live Premier League, UEFA Champions League, Premiership Rugby, UFC, Boxing and MotoGP. Learn more here: discoveryplus.com
Listen to Celtic v Kairat on radio
You can listen to the match on BBC Radio Scotland.
BBC Radio Scotland is available on DAB radio or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to BBC Radio Scotland online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.
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Celtic v Kairat odds
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bet365 odds: Celtic (1/6) Draw (6/1) Kairat (14/1)*
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