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Martin O’Neill’s Mika Baur injury update ahead of Celtic vs Hearts

Martin O'Neill says Mika Baur suffered a dead leg following Celtic's defeat to Benfica on Thursday evening amid fears over his eligibility against Hearts.

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 6:26 AM
Martin O’Neill’s Mika Baur injury update ahead of Celtic vs Hearts
Key Things to Know
  • Martin O'Neill confirmed Mika Baur suffered a dead leg against Benfica but trained ahead of facing Hearts.
  • Cameron Carter-Vickers could make his Celtic return against Hibernian next Sunday.
  • O'Neill backed striker Kasper Hogh to break his goal drought and score 20 goals this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has confirmed that midfielder Mika Baur suffered a dead leg during the team's defeat to Benfica. Baur trained at Lennoxtown ahead of Celtic's Scottish Premiership match against Hearts, with O'Neill expressing hope that the German midfielder will be available to feature.

O'Neill also provided updates on other squad members, stating that defender Cameron Carter-Vickers could return against Hibernian next Sunday. Additionally, the manager backed striker Kasper Hogh to overcome a recent goal drought and ultimately reach 20 goals this season.

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