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O’Neill: A Year Back at Celtic Has Rejuvenated Me

Twelve months after Brendan Rodgers walked away, Martin O’Neill says his return to Celtic Park has given him a new lease of life. Martin O’Neill has admitted that his second stint in the Celtic dugout has done him the world…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 8:27 AM
O’Neill: A Year Back at Celtic Has Rejuvenated Me
Key Things to Know
  • Martin O'Neill stated that his return to Celtic over the past year has rejuvenated him personally and professionally.
  • The 74-year-old manager has guided Celtic to the Scottish Premiership title and Scottish Cup during his latest tenure.
  • Celtic have won 16 of their last 17 domestic league matches, maintaining a nearly 75 percent win rate under O'Neill.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill reflected on his return to the club ahead of Wednesday's match against Dundee United, marking roughly one year since taking charge following Brendan Rodgers' resignation. The 74-year-old manager stated that returning to Celtic has rejuvenated him and brought immense personal satisfaction, having initially stepped in as an emergency appointment before guiding the club to a league title and Scottish Cup.

Domestically, Celtic have won 16 of their last 17 league matches across two seasons, giving O'Neill a win rate near 75 percent in his latest spell. Ahead of the midweek fixture, O'Neill also praised young full-back Colby Donovan, who recently signed a new contract extending through 2031 after earning his first senior Scotland call-up.

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