Martin O’Neill evaluates Celtic squad options before intensive fixture period
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill faces selection uncertainty as his team begins a demanding 12-day stretch of four matches. The schedule starts with a Premiership fixture against St Johnstone tonight, followed by two meetings with Rangers and a Europa League opener against Ferencvaros. O’Neill confirmed he is still refining his strongest starting lineup while integrating new signings and managing player fitness. Hyun-jun Yang will miss the upcoming matches after departing for the Asian Games, creating an opening on the left flank that Sebastian Tounekti, Camilo Duran, or others may fill. Kieran Tierney is being assessed for an injury following a return to training, while Kasper Hogh is expected to be available for selection. O’Neill signaled that while European and cup competitions are priorities, immediate focus remains on domestic league performances.
- •Celtic faces St Johnstone in the Scottish Premiership tonight.
- •Hyun-jun Yang is unavailable due to his participation in the Asian Games.
- •Sebastian Tounekti remains an option for the left wing position.
- •Kieran Tierney returned to training Tuesday but requires further assessment.
- •Celtic will play Rangers twice and Ferencvaros once following the St Johnstone match.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Martin O’Neill reveals Celtic selection uncertainty as Rangers double-header looms
"Celtic boss Martin O’Neill admits he is still unsure of his strongest starting XI as his summer signings settle in and several key players work their way back from injury.5th September 2026; The Mar...
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