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Are Celtic club in regression amid run of six defeats in 10?

Chris Sutton and Ian McCall weigh in on Celtic after a second league defeat of the season, but manager Martin O'Neill is defiant.

By Andy Campbell · BBC Sport

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 5:34 PM

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Pundits questioned if Celtic are regressing after suffering their sixth defeat in 10 matches across all competitions.
Falkirk defeated Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic 2-0 despite facing 24 shots on Sunday.
Chris Sutton argued Celtic are deficient in every area and lack a clear functioning team strategy.

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Pundits have questioned whether Celtic are in regression following a 2-0 defeat to Falkirk on Sunday, marking their sixth loss in 10 matches across all competitions. Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton stated on Sky Sports that Martin O'Neill's side lacks strategy and is deficient in every area, while Ian McCall argued that key players such as Callum McGregor and Cameron Carter-Vickers are suffering from age and injuries.

Despite the defeat, Celtic remain four points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership after 12 matches. Manager Martin O'Neill defended his squad rotation and noted that the team sits in a better league position than at this stage last season.

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Are Celtic club in regression amid run of six defeats in 10?

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