Martin O'Neill discusses fitness and squad ahead of Champions League tie
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 4:55 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill addressed the media ahead of the Premier Sports Cup match against Dundee United, revealing he will not be available for the upcoming game. O’Neill provided a personal fitness update, emphasizing his recovery despite some recent health issues. He also discussed player transfer situations, Arne Engels possibly leaving for West Ham and Alistair Johnston's injury status, indicating Johnston will be out for a few weeks and may not recover before the transfer deadline. Celtic is preparing for the Champions League tie following a recent victory against Kilmarnock.
- •O’Neill confirms he will not be available for the next match.
- •Alistair Johnston out for a few weeks due to injury.
- •Arne Engels may leave for West Ham shortly.
- •Celtic's next game is against Dundee United in the Premier Sports Cup.
- •Celtic recently secured a win against Kilmarnock.
- 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — “Well, I’ll not be available for tomorrow, but anyway I’m doing fine,” Martin O’Neill
"Martin O’Neill was in good form this afternoon and looked fine as he spoke to the mainstream media ahead of the Premier Sports Cup tie at Tannadice against Dundee United. The Celtic manager started ...
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