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Celtic's O'Neill faces pressure as team struggles ahead of matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 11:17 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Celtic's O'Neill faces pressure as team struggles ahead of matches

Summary

Martin O'Neill's future as Celtic manager remains uncertain as the team prepares for a return to action against Motherwell on 11 October. Following three consecutive defeats, including two against Rangers, O'Neill mentioned he would evaluate his position during the international break. Celtic chief executive Michael Nicholson recently expressed support for O'Neill, which suggests he may continue in his role. Former goalkeeper Cammy Bell expects O'Neill to remain but emphasizes the need for improved results, especially with a challenging schedule ahead against Motherwell, Benfica, and Hearts.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic enters international break with three successive defeats.
•O'Neill may reconsider his future after the break.
•Nicholson's recent support hints at O'Neill's continuation.
•Upcoming matches against Motherwell, Benfica, and Hearts loom large.
•Bell stresses the need for an immediate turnaround in results.

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11:17 AMYahoo Sports — Is 'time a healer' for O'Neill over Celtic future?

What they're saying

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Will Martin O'Neill still be in charge when Celtic resume Premiership action away to Motherwell on 11 October? With O'Neill having said he would consider his future when Celtic headed into the international break on the back of three successive defeats - two of them to Rangers - there has been precious little from the club since. Chief executive Michael Nicholson's message of support nine days ago, which was tucked away in the club's annual accounts statement, hinted at O'Neill staying put.
— Yahoo Sports

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