Celtic discover Champions League play-off opponents as Rangers land tough tie
Last season, Brendan Rodgers' squad made it to the knockout round play-off stage of the competition from the 36-team league phase, only to lose 3-2 on aggregate to German behemoths Bayern Munich.
The Bhoys kicked off their defence of the William Hill Premiership title with a narrow 1-0 victory over St Mirren at Parkhead on Sunday.
Rangers will take on Austrian side Salzburg or Club Brugge of Belgium in the play-off round if they get through their third qualifier against Viktoria Plzen.
The Light Blues take on the Czech side in the first leg at Ibrox on Tuesday night.
Russell Martin's side, who reached the third qualifier with a 3-1 aggregate win over Greek side Panathinaikos, drew 1-1 with Motherwell in their league opener at Fir Park on Saturday.
Both Old Firm clubs are at home for the first leg, which will be played on August 19 or 20. The return fixture will take place on August 26 or 27.
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