Dinamo Zagreb and Celtic played out a goalless draw in the Champions League, with Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel producing a memorable moment in the match with a brilliant late save.
The hosts had their best chance late on when Marco Pjaca sent a powerful header towards goal, but Schmeichel tiptoed the ball over the bar.
Celtic were confident of a rare away win in Europe but struggled to create chances at times.
The result left the two teams in the qualifying section of the Champions League table, with Celtic, nine points, in 17th place and Dynamo in 21st place, one point behind.
The first half was dull, as the two teams failed to create any great chances and did not score any shots on goal, so the match proceeded despite Celtic’s control of the ball.
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The second half started in similar fashion, with the home fans urging Dinamo forward, and the home side came close to scoring when Celtic defender Auston Trusty blocked a chance with his back.
Although Celtic took the lead in the final minutes, the match ended in a goalless draw as both teams seemed content with one point.
“We did not give in”
Celtic coach Brendan Rodgers: “The positive thing is that we didn't concede goals. I thought we lacked quality in the final third. The pitch was a bit difficult.
“We had a lot of energy and good commitment. In the Champions League, if you get a clean sheet and get a point away from home and you're not very happy, it shows how far the team has come.
