Anthony Ralston says Celtic BELONG in the Champions League.
And the defender believes Brendan Rodgers’ side can make history in Kazakhstan.
The Hoops - who are finalising a £4.5million deal for Michel-Ange Balikwisha - arrived in Almaty last night following a gruelling 10-hour flight from Glasgow.
After last week’s goalless stalemate at Parkhead, Celts must now become the first Scottish team to win on Kazakh soil - or be consigned to Europa League football.
The Premiership leaders will be without crocked trio Alistair Johnston, Auston Trusty and Jota for the £40million showdown, with Adam Idah also a major doubt.
But Ralston is confident Celtic can get the job done in Central Asia and book their place in Thursday’s draw for a record fourth year in a row.
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