Celtic struggles continue with defeat to Ferencvaros at home

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Celtic struggles continue with defeat to Ferencvaros at home

Summary

Celtic suffered another defeat, this time to Ferencvaros, in their Europa League opener on September 17, 2026. After a disappointing performance that reflected their recent struggles, the team conceded three goals, failing to maintain possession despite holding 62.5% in the first half. Martin O'Neill expressed frustration over the team's lack of intensity and coherence, indicating a need for improvement ahead of their next match against Rangers. The defeat raises concerns among fans about Celtic's current form and the direction under O'Neill, who previously restored confidence in the squad.

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•Celtic was defeated 3-1 by Ferencvaros in the Europa League.
•O'Neill noted low energy and defensive issues in the team's play.
•Celtic had 62.5% possession but trailed 2-1 at halftime.
•Next match against Rangers is critical for the team's morale.
•The performance mirrors past poor outings, causing fan concern.

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11:51 PMYahoo Sports — Leaden, stale, disheartening - where do Celtic & O'Neill go from here?
11:51 PMBBC Sport — Leaden, stale, disheartening - where do Celtic & O'Neill go from here?

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