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Martin O'Neill returns as Celtic's permanent manager for new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 11:50 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Martin O'Neill returns as Celtic's permanent manager for new season

Summary

Martin O'Neill has been confirmed as Celtic's permanent manager for the upcoming season. This follows his interim management role last season, where he led the team to a league title and a Scottish Cup victory. The 74-year-old's return comes amidst the club's broader campaign to reclaim its place in the Champions League, with a two-legged playoff scheduled for August. O'Neill's experience and past success in European competitions boost fan hopes for a strong showing on the continental stage.

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•O'Neill previously served as interim manager twice last season.
•He won a league title and a Scottish Cup with Celtic last season.
•Celtic aims to qualify for the Champions League this August.
•O'Neill's first spell at Celtic included memorable performances in Europe.
•Fans are optimistic about his return and its potential impact.

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11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Time to fire up the DeLorean as O'Neill returns again

What they're saying

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Just over a year ago, Celtic launched their season ticket campaign for the 2025-26 season under the tagline 'Back For The Future'. It was a clever nod to the return of familiar faces, with manager Brendan Rodgers joined by fan favourites Kieran Tierney and Jota, all embarking on second spells at the club. Because the real Back To The Future story arrived this week, with confirmation Martin O'Neill will return for at least one more season at the helm - this time as permanent manager.
— Yahoo Sports

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