Tiknizyan Joins Red Star’s Starting Lineup for Crucial Europa League Clash with Celta
Nair Tiknizyan, the Armenian national team defender, is set to start for Red Star in a pivotal Europa League match against Celta. This crucial encounter will take place on January 29, 2026, at 23:00 Moscow time (00:00 Yerevan time).
Tiknizyan Joins Red Star’s Starting Lineup
Red Star faces off against the Spanish team Celta in the final round of the Europa League group stage. This match is essential for the Serbian club, which is currently positioned 11th in the league standings. A victory could propel them into the top eight, ensuring a direct spot in the Round of 16.
Match Significance
The stakes are high for Red Star. They are just one point behind eighth-placed Betis. Securing a win in this match could be a game-changer for the team, eliminating the need for an additional playoff round.
Starting Lineups
| Red Star | Celta |
|---|---|
| Mateus | Radu |
| Seol | Rodríguez |
| Rodrigo | Lago |
| Veljkovic | Alonso |
| Tiknizyan | Rueda |
| Kostov | Román |
| Elšnik | Moriba |
| Krunić | Carreira |
| Stanković | Aspas |
| Katai | Iglesias |
| Arnautović | Álvarez |
Importance for Tiknizyan
For Tiknizyan, this match is significant on multiple fronts. Not only does it involve a key club contest, but it also plays a role in enhancing his reputation within the Armenia national team. The defender has consistently showcased his talent in European competitions.
As the match approaches, anticipation builds for this decisive Europa League clash. Red Star aims to turn the tide in their favor, with Tiknizyan poised to lead the charge.
