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Celtic captain Callum McGregor optimistic after loss to Ferencvaros

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:24 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Celtic captain Callum McGregor optimistic after loss to Ferencvaros

Summary

Celtic fell to Ferencvaros 1-3 in their Europa League opener on September 17, 2026. Following the match, captain Callum McGregor expressed a message of unity and hope despite fans’ frustrations and calls for managerial changes. McGregor acknowledged the team's struggles and emphasized the need for hard work and support. Celtic will face Rangers in the league on September 20, 2026, before a break until October 11.

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Status Watch

•Celtic lost 1-3 to Ferencvaros in the Europa League.
•Callum McGregor called for fans to unite with the team.
•Fans are demanding changes in coaching after the defeat.
•Celtic's next match is against Rangers on September 20.
•The team won't play again until October 11 after the derby.

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12:24 AMYahoo Sports — Callum McGregor Sends Hopeful Message After Celtic Loss to Ferencvaros

What they're saying

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Celtic captain Callum McGregor quickly broke the silence after the Hoops’ 1-3 defeat to Ferencvaros on Thursday on the opening matchday of the UEFA Europa League. Although fans, at least on social media, feel desperate and want changes soon, McGregor sent a message of hope. He said, via TNT Sports, “Tough. It’s called the tough […] The post Callum McGregor Sends Hopeful Message After Celtic Loss to Ferencvaros appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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