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Celtic players face unseen trouble on Motherwell journey as club forced to break six year rule

The Hoops overcame a false start to hit top gear at Fir Park and secure a 2-0 win

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 5:00 PM
Celtic players face unseen trouble on Motherwell journey as club forced to break six year rule
Key Things to Know
  • A team bus breakdown forced Celtic players and staff onto a single coach, breaking a six-year protocol.
  • Celtic defeated Motherwell 2-0 with goals from Camilo Duran and Benjamin Nygren to end a three-match losing run.
  • Winger Jota returned to action as a substitute following an 18-month injury absence.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic broke a six-year protocol of travelling in two team buses after one coach broke down outside their hotel, forcing players and staff onto a single vehicle ahead of their match against Motherwell on October 11, 2026. Despite the travel disruption, Celtic secured a 2-0 victory at Fir Park with goals from Camilo Duran and Benjamin Nygren to reclaim top spot in the Scottish Premiership.

Manager Martin O'Neill noted the squad had used two buses since the COVID-19 pandemic. The match also featured a return for winger Jota following an 18-month injury layoff, while defender Cameron Carter-Vickers is expected to miss the upcoming European trip to Lisbon due to a strain.

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