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Celtic playing style question may have to wait until the summer

Celtic fans are going to want to see more from their team, but there is a reason Martin O'Neill cannot offer it, even if he wanted to.

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 1:04 PM
Celtic playing style question may have to wait until the summer
Key Things to Know
  • The Celtic Bhoys argues Celtic must address their pragmatic playing style, but a resolution likely waits until the summer.
  • Celtic secured a 2-1 victory against Hibernian to maintain their lead at the top of the Premiership table.
  • Writer Jamie Kemble highlights that manager Martin O'Neill and assistant Shaun Maloney rely on a win-at-all-costs approach.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Jamie Kemble argues that Celtic must address their lack of an attractive playing style, but any major philosophical shift will likely have to wait until the summer. Despite sitting atop the Scottish Premiership following a 2-1 victory over Hibernian, Celtic have faced criticism for pragmatic, scrappy performances under manager Martin O'Neill and assistant Shaun Maloney.

According to the analysis, Celtic's win-at-all-costs approach and congested schedule are sufficient for domestic success but prove inadequate in European competition. Kemble asserts that while O'Neill's pragmatic approach fits the squad's current talent limitations, the club must prioritize progressive football and align future recruitment when selecting their next permanent managerial appointment.

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