Celtic Player Ratings as they fall short against Bayern

Kasper Schmeichel - The former Bayern transfer target would have been expecting a busy night in between the sticks for the visitors, yet he had little to do apart from a couple of routine saves from distance and set-pieces in the opening half. He made a big save in the first couple of minutes after the restart, coming off his line to stop a Leon Goretzka shot that looked destined to find the back of his net. Could do nothing for the winner, after pulling off a sublime initial save. Heroic from the Denmark legend. 9

Alistair Johnston - The Canada right-back made an important block early to stop Serge Gnabry from converting from close range, which luckily went out for a goal-kick following his intervention. A standout in the first half, Johnston was a calm customer on a nervy occasion, making the majority of his passes - often going forward with them. Johnston is slowly but surely becoming one of the main leaders in this side - a testament to both those who signed him and the player for growing into the individual that he is today. 8

Cameron Carter-Vickers - A difficult task up against the might of Bayern's forward line, The USA international did not look out of place, as his defensive work was solid for Celtic. Up against England captain and former teammate Harry Kane, he kept the superstar quiet for the 45 minutes he was on the park, as well as his cronies in the forward areas. Another stellar showing in the Champions League for Celtic's best defender - though he was so unlucky with Alphonso Davies' late winner. 8

Auston Trusty - Like Carter-Vickers beside him, the task facing Trusty was a tough one, though he stood up to the challenge impeccably. These are the sorts of games that the former Sheffield United man seems to relish, as displayed against the likes of Atalanta, RB Leipzig and the first leg against their opponents tonight. He hardly put a foot wrong, as he justified his £6 million price tag yet again on the top stage. Looks every inch a top Celtic defender. 8

Jeffrey Schlupp - A big call to play the Ghanaian ahead of Greg Taylor, Schlupp was rewarded for his strong performance vs Dundee Utd with a start at the Allianz Arena. Marking former teammate Michael Olise out on the left flank, he stuck to his task effectively, as Bayern looked to exploit the left-back defensively. This did not happen, as the veteran played well for the duration. A big performance from a player who looks at home in the hoops. 8

Callum McGregor - The Celtic skipper squandered a great chance early on in proceedings, as his break-away chance was skied over the bar, following a great interception on Olise in the middle of the park. A standout in midfield alongside fellow player Engels, McGregor orchestrated things from the base of the engine room - as is normally the case when Celtic play well in Europe. Defensively sound and creatively positive, the skipper played his part well on the night for his team. 8

Arne Engels - Celtic's best player by a considerable distance in the first half, the record-signing looked at home in the Allianz Arena, as he stood out in a busy midfield. Good defending mixed with quality passing was the order of the day from the £11 million man, who looks every inch a Champions League player for his new club.  His influence on proceedings did wane, though that was understandable, given his efforts in the opening 45. 8

Reo Hatate - A mixed showing in the opening half from the midfielder, his cutting pass into the oncoming Engels led to a massive chance for his club, though his distribution was hit and miss. Still, he pressed hard for his side, as his commitment to the cause was unquestionable for the duration. His influence on the game would wane, given Bayern's frantic style coming to the fore in the middle, though he worked tirelessly to stop their advances. 7

Nicolas Kuhn - Coming close with a chance that was cleared off the line by a Bayern defender, the former Munich youth player flattered to deceive, though he worked hard on the defensive end - as did his teammates. When Celtic went forward in the first half, it seemed to be going to Jota rather than the German right-winger, who was starved of opportunities to run at his opposite marker. This would change in the second half, as he would capitalise on a calamitous mistake from Kim Min-jae to open the scoring - another goal against a former team! Was replaced shortly after due to injury - his work was done. 8

Daizen Maeda - Celtic's best player recently should have added at least another two goals to his Champions League resume in the first half alone, as he squandered a chipped shot, while he just missed Engels's low cross - a chance he would be putting away domestically. He played a massive part in his team's opening goal, as his pressing on the Bayern defence caused them to make a mistake - one that Kuhn capitalised on. Tireless from the forward, who ran his heart out for the cause. 8

Jota - An effective out-ball for his side, Jota's first attacking foray ended up being a big chance, as he managed to get past Josip Stanisic and fashion an opportunity. Clearly not fully fit just yet, he showed enough to prove that he will be a problem in the coming years for many years to come. He seemed to have the beating of his man, though he did tire - not helped by the ball whacking off of his eye, which required treatment. He was taken off for Adam Idah after 60 minutes - more to come. 7

Subs

Adam Idah - On for Jota after an hour played, the Irishman would have been disappointed not to start this one, given his recent form. He made himself a nuisance, as he was deployed up front while Maeda moved to the left. 4

Yang Hyun-jun - Worked hard for the 20 minutes he was in the park for the injured Kuhn. 4