At the first qualifying stage, the team of Gibraltar champions "Lincoln Red Imps" surprised Europe by defeating the Estonian champions "Flora" from Tallinn - this time they spoiled Brendan Rodgers' debut at "Celtic" club, achieving a sensational victory at home.
The former "Liverpool" manager debuted in the Scottish team in the second round of the Champions League qualifying match against the team of Gibraltar champions "Lincoln Red Imps" and was forced to leave the field after suffering a shameful defeat. The goal by 34-year-old striker Lee Casciaro sealed the most famous victory in the country's club football history.
In this match, the hosts also smiled at fortune - twice after the opponents' shots, the ball hit the crossbar, and once the goal was disallowed for offside for the "Celtic" forward. However, the "Lincoln Red Imps" players were not just defending and could have scored again after the goal, but their shot lacked precision.
This victory continued a fantastic year for Gibraltar football clubs in European tournaments. The club "Collage Europa" also advanced to the next stage by defeating the club "Pyunik" from Armenia at the Europa League qualifying rounds.
The return match between "Lincoln Red Imps" and "Celtic" will take place on July 20 in Scotland.
