Johvi Phoenix vs Luunja - Esiliiga B

There is a notable edge to this Esiliiga B fixture. When Johvi Phoenix meet Luunja at the home ground on October 15, 2026, both will sense an opportunity to land a telling blow. The 74-year-old Hoops boss admitted that "it'll be a bit strange not having the (Celtic) fans in but I'm nervously and excitedly looking forward to it; it's a great fixture" and also spoke about the police visit.

There is plenty riding on this Esiliiga B encounter for Johvi Phoenix and Luunja alike, and neither will want to leave the home ground empty-handed. The hosts will hope that the the home ground crowd can inspire a performance, whatever the numbers suggest. Luunja have travelled reasonably well, L over their last five with a season win rate of 48.28%. Nevertheless, Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville confessed he struggled to offer unreserved praise given the ongoing case, with the points accumulated potentially counting for nothing by the season's end.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both Johvi Phoenix and Luunja have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. But it was a dual role for Rayo because he was also among the top dozen players for blocking crosses and winning possession in the defensive third.

Star players on both sides will be eager to make their mark, and the individual duels across the pitch could go a long way to deciding the outcome. Set-piece specialists and aerial threats on both sides mean dead-ball situations could carry outsized importance. United spent last summer investing in their forward line to strengthen the attacking options in the squad, with Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko and Matheus Cunha all moving to Old Trafford.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. Neither side holds a clear edge, and a 3-3 draw would be a fitting reflection of the balance between them. With positions in the Esiliiga B table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. Premier League chief executive Richard Masters says a verdict on the alleged charges against Manchester City "has taken longer than expected".