Celtic need a 'miracle' against Chelsea, says Alonso

Former manager Fran Alonso is hoping for a "miracle" when Celtic take on heavyweights Chelsea in tonight's Champions League clash.

Alonso left the Glasgow club to charge at Houston Dash in America last year and was replaced by current boss Elena Sadiku, who will lead the side out at their first Champions League game to be played at Parkhead.

Chelsea - who have won the English title five years running - are top of Group B after two wins from two, while Celtic sit bottom after defeats by Twente and Real Madrid.

"They will be feeling very excited," Alonso told BBC Scotland.

"It does not come any better than playing at Celtic Park in front of the most passionate fans in the women's game and against probably the toughest opponent you can face right now in Europe.

"The opponent is fantastic and the competition is fantastic so I'm hoping we have a huge crowd and see an environment that everyone can enjoy.

"It's going to be tough to take points from Chelsea. They are undefeated in the Women's Super League and undefeated in the Champions League.

"But I'm hopeful that with the fans and some set-plays then maybe the miracle can happen."