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Celtic prepares for tough opener against Dundee on Flag Night

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:06 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Celtic prepares for tough opener against Dundee on Flag Night
Summary

Celtic will host Dundee at Paradise on August 3 for their league opener, which coincides with the unfurling of the league flag. Manager Martin O'Neill anticipates a challenging match, citing difficulties faced against Dundee in previous encounters. The team completed its pre-season preparations and aims for a sixth consecutive Premiership title. O'Neill remarked on the intensity of past matches with Dundee, emphasizing the need to be ready for a tough challenge as the season kicks off.

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  • •Celtic faces Dundee at Paradise on August 3, kickoff at 7:30 PM.
  • •The match features the unfurling of the league flag.
  • •Martin O'Neill expects a difficult test from Dundee.
  • •Dundee aims to disrupt Celtic's title defense efforts.
  • •Celtic has completed its pre-season preparations ahead of the match.
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  • 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — Martin O'Neill expecting a tough test on Flag Night at Paradise
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The celebrations from last season’s league triumph have long since passed, the summer’s pre-season preparation is complete, and the Hoops are ready to embark on another campaign and another defenc...

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