Celtic faces scrutiny ahead of key matches against Ferencvaros and Rangers
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 7:17 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Celtic FC prepares for two pivotal matches this week, including a Europa League encounter against Ferencvaros on September 16 and a league rematch with Rangers on September 20. Following a 3-0 loss to Rangers in the Premier Sports Cup, concerns about the team's performance are rising among fans and pundits. Manager Martin O'Neill faces questions regarding team selection and strategy, while Chris Sutton expresses significant doubts about the squad's big-game ability. The outcomes of these matches could determine the future outlook for the season, as supporters seek improvement in European competitions.
- •Celtic lost 3-0 to Rangers in a recent cup match.
- •O'Neill's team has won six straight league games this season.
- •Concerns about performance persist despite domestic success.
- •Fans question team selection and the squad's cohesion.
- •Upcoming matches are seen as crucial for Celtic's season.
- 7:17 AMYahoo Sports — Do Celtic have 'big issues', or will next four days hush concerns?
- 7:14 AMBBC Sport — Do Celtic have 'big issues', or will next four days hush concerns?
"Chris Sutton believes his former side have "great concerns" despite a winning start to the Scottish Premiership season. The next four days will tell us whether those worries are justified.
"Chris Sutton believes his former side have "great concerns" despite a winning start to the Scottish Premiership season. The next four days will tell us whether those worries are justified.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 7:17 AMDo Celtic have 'big issues', or will next four days hush concerns?
Chris Sutton believes his former side have "great concerns" despite a winning start to the Scottish Premiership season. The next four days will tell us whether those worries are justified.
- BBC SportSep 17, 2026, 7:14 AMDo Celtic have 'big issues', or will next four days hush concerns?
Chris Sutton believes his former side have "great concerns" despite a winning start to the Scottish Premiership season. The next four days will tell us whether those worries are justified.
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