Five unique facts about Bologna as Celtic prepare for Europa League test

All of the focus turns towards a huge week for Celtic’s season.

Before their top-of-the-table clash against Hearts on Sunday, they must first deal with a Europa League game against Bologna.

Martin O’Neill guided the Hoops to a first continental away win since 2021 against Feyenoord and will need to take some inspiration from that performance on Thursday night.

Around 1,800 fans will be in the away end inside the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara cheering Celtic on but before that, here are five interesting facts about the Serie A side.

Bologna’s newborn tradition
Italian clubs are at the heart of their respective communities and want to integrate the next generation as soon as possible.

One way they have done that is by gifting every newborn in the city with a free home shirt so that they can form an immediate bond with the club and go on to support them.

A wholesome initiative that will ensure the club is always well-supported.