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Celtic pledges support for O'Neill after difficult week for club

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Celtic pledges support for O'Neill after difficult week for club
Summary

Celtic's chief executive Michael Nicholson confirmed the club's support for manager Martin O'Neill following a challenging week. O'Neill has faced three consecutive defeats, including a recent loss to Rangers and a failure to progress in the Europa League. He remarked that it might be time for him to step down. Nicholson emphasized that the club will rally behind O'Neill and the players, highlighting the need to focus on domestic success and recovering from financial losses of nearly £33 million due to not reaching the Champions League.

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Key Details
  • •Michael Nicholson affirms Celtic will support Martin O'Neill.
  • •O'Neill faces three straight losses, including a derby defeat.
  • •Celtic missed out on Champions League revenue again this year.
  • •Club financials show a drop of nearly £33 million.
  • •O'Neill's future as manager is uncertain following recent performances.
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  • 8:23 PMYahoo Sports — O'Neill receives Celtic backing after 'painful' week
  • 8:04 PMBBC Sport — O'Neill receives Celtic backing after 'painful' week
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Celtic will "come together and support" manager Martin O'Neill after a "painful" week for the club, says chief executive Michael Nicholson.

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Celtic will "come together and support" manager Martin O'Neill after a "painful" week for the club, says chief executive Michael Nicholson.

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