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Martin O’Neill looks like a Celtic competition winner and Rangers defeat leaves just one thought in my mind – Hugh Keevins

It's regrettable but Shug can see only one outcome left for Martin O'Neill after a horror week for the Hoops domestically and in Europe

By Hugh Keevins · Daily Record

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 5:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Hugh Keevins argued that Martin O'Neill should step down as Celtic manager.
Celtic suffered two defeats against rivals Rangers across an eight-day span.
Celtic also sustained an ignominious home European defeat against Ferencvaros.

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In an opinion column, writer Hugh Keevins argued that Celtic manager Martin O'Neill should leave his role following back-to-back defeats against rivals Rangers. Keevins stated that Celtic's performance in the home league loss made the squad appear as if it were managed by a competition winner, following an earlier defeat in the Premier Sports Cup.

The column highlighted mounting supporter unrest following a difficult week that also included a home European loss to Ferencvaros. Keevins criticized O'Neill's recent press conference comments, which included remarks about retirement, his age, and Mick Jagger, arguing the manager has lost the authority to stay in charge.

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