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Celtic Midfielder Backed for Return After Squad Snub

Celtic midfielder Luke McCowan has been backed to fight his way back into the frame after being omitted from the last two domestic squads. McCowan made his first start of the season in Celtic’s 1-0 defeat to Rangers just before…

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Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 11:22 AM

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Tony Docherty backed Celtic midfielder Luke McCowan to overcome adversity and regain his spot under Martin O'Neill.
McCowan was recently left in the stands for victories against Motherwell and Hearts after starting against Rangers.
The midfielder previously faced heavy fan criticism following a decisive mistake against LASK in European competition.

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Former Dundee manager Tony Docherty has backed Celtic midfielder Luke McCowan to bounce back and work his way back into Martin O'Neill's plans. McCowan has struggled for playing time recently, having been left in the stands for wins over Motherwell and Hearts after starting in a 1-0 defeat to Rangers.

Speaking on Open Goal, Docherty praised McCowan's career resilience following criticism the 28-year-old received during Celtic's Champions League play-off against LASK. McCowan faces stiff midfield competition from players like Benjamin Nygren, Mika Baur, and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain ahead of Celtic's upcoming Europa League fixture against Celta Vigo.

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