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‘Dear oh dear’ – Paul Lambert predicts Martin O’Neill Celtic future

Paul Lambert says Martin O’Neill should decide whether to leave Celtic after three straight defeats, while criticising players including Cameron Carter-Vickers.

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 6:40 PM
‘Dear oh dear’ – Paul Lambert predicts Martin O’Neill Celtic future
Key Things to Know
  • Paul Lambert suggested Martin O'Neill could decide to step down as Celtic manager during the international break.
  • Celtic suffered three straight losses, including defeats against Rangers and Europa League opponents Ferencvaros.
  • Lambert stated Celtic should not sack O'Neill and must allow the manager to decide his own future.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Celtic player Paul Lambert stated that manager Martin O'Neill could choose to leave the club during the international break following three consecutive defeats. Speaking to BBC Radio Scotland, Lambert insisted Celtic should not dismiss the 74-year-old manager, arguing that any departure should be O'Neill's personal decision.

O'Neill admitted he would reflect on his future after losses to rivals Rangers and a Europa League defeat against Ferencvaros. Lambert also criticized defender Cameron Carter-Vickers for publicly attributing team struggles to tactical structure rather than players taking on-pitch responsibility.

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