Celtic's Jota approaches return from injury but needs cautious management
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 7:45 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Celtic winger Jota nears a return following a long recovery from an ACL injury sustained in April 2025. He is making progress in training and is set to participate in a bounce game during the international break. Despite optimism surrounding his recovery timeline, fans are urged to manage expectations regarding his immediate impact on the field. The club has faced challenges recently, making Jota's return a potential boost, but caution is advised given the nature of ACL injuries and his long absence from competitive play.
- •Jota has been sidelined since April 2025 due to an ACL rupture.
- •He is expected to take part in a bounce game soon.
- •Celtic manager believes Jota may return faster than initially projected.
- •Fans advised to temper expectations after 18 months out of action.
- 7:45 AMYahoo Sports — Jota’s return a major boost for Celtic but patience is needed
"Celtic’s Superstar from Portugal nears his long awaited return but Celtic supporters have to be patient and realistic as ACL injuries are the hardest to come back from…Jota of Celtic receives trea...
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