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The inexplicable absence of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain at Celtic must be addressed

There’s always one Celtic player for whom fans unanimously clamour to get more game time. Once upon a time it was Derek Riordan. At one…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 5:00 AM
The inexplicable absence of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain at Celtic must be addressed
Key Things to Know
  • Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain was an unused substitute in Celtic's recent defeat to Rangers.
  • Manager Martin O'Neill chose Mika Baur to start ahead of Oxlade-Chamberlain.
  • Oxlade-Chamberlain has played just 28 of the last 360 possible minutes for Celtic.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain did not play a single minute in the club's recent defeat against Rangers. Manager Martin O'Neill opted for Mika Baur instead, leaving Oxlade-Chamberlain on the bench despite the midfielder previously missing a European loss to Ferencvaros due to suspension.

After signing last season and scoring vital goals against Livingston and St Mirren, Oxlade-Chamberlain earned a contract extension and completed a full pre-season. Despite strong performances against Dundee United, Falkirk, and Aberdeen, he has managed only 28 minutes out of a possible 360 in recent outings.

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