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Celtic hosts Middlesbrough in pre-season friendly as Duran starts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 1:25 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Celtic hosts Middlesbrough in pre-season friendly as Duran starts

Summary

Celtic faces Middlesbrough in a pre-season friendly today in Glasgow, as Martin O'Neill announces his starting lineup. Vil Sinisalo is in goal, with Dane Murray and Cameron Carter-Vickers forming the central defense. Callum McGregor, wearing captain's armband, anchors the midfield, while Duran leads the attack. The match is part of both teams' preparations for the upcoming campaign amid some player absences and concerns over Celtic's squad depth due to a lack of signings. Supporters are anxious as the club prepares for the Champions League qualifiers after a poor previous campaign.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic plays a pre-season friendly against Middlesbrough today in Glasgow.
•Duran starts leading the line for Celtic in the match.
•Callum McGregor captains the Celtic squad.
•Celtic is facing player absences ahead of Champions League qualifiers.
•Concerns grow among fans regarding the lack of squad signings.

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1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Team’s Up – Duran starts for Celtic, in team to face Middlesbrough

What they're saying

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Martin O’Neill has named his Celtic team for this afternoon’s pre-season friendly clash with Middlesbrough. The English side are in Glasgow as both sides look to pick up their preparations for the...
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