Celtic struggles continue with second loss to Rangers in eight days
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 3:14 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Celtic fell 1-0 to Rangers at Parkhead, marking their second defeat to their rivals in less than a week. The loss came after a previous defeat to Ferencvaros in the Europa League, leading to three consecutive losses for Martin O'Neill's side. Ex-manager Neil Lennon called for a much-needed 'reset' during the international break, while O'Neill maintained there was no 'disaster' despite the concerning performances. pundits noted a significant gap in quality between the two teams.
- •Celtic suffered a third straight defeat with the loss to Rangers.
- •Neil Lennon emphasized the need for a team reset during the international break.
- •Martin O'Neill described the week’s performance as tough but not a disaster.
- •Rangers now challenge Celtic closely in the Scottish Premiership standings.
- •Pundits criticized Celtic for being outplayed and lacking urgency.
"The Sky Sports pundits were damning in their analysis of Martin O'Neill's Celtic after they lost to Rangers for the second time in eight days.
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