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O'Neill takes responsibility as Celtic drops to Europa League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:50 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

O'Neill takes responsibility as Celtic drops to Europa League

Summary

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill accepted the blame for his team's failure to qualify for the Champions League. After a promising start with a 21st-minute lead against LASK Linz, the match turned as Celtic conceded five unanswered goals. O'Neill acknowledged the importance of Champions League qualification, emphasizing financial and prestige impacts. The team is set to host Falkirk next in league action, looking to rebound from the setback.

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By the Numbers

•Celtic lost 5-1 on aggregate to LASK Linz in Champions League qualifying.
•Celtic took a lead but conceded five unanswered goals.
•O'Neill emphasized the financial and prestige implications of Champions League play.
•Celtic will face Falkirk next in their league campaign.

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Celtic boss Martin O'Neill has admitted blame following his side's capitulation away to LASK Linz that sees the Scottish side drop down from the Champions League to the Europa League.After a 3-0 win a...
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