Martin O’Neill fires back at Tom English’s ‘tired’ claim as Celtic boss launches defence

Martin O’Neill has responded to Tom English describing him as ‘tired’ after Celtic’s defeat to Ferencvaros. The Celtic boss has insisted that he still has…

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 7:30 AM
Martin O’Neill fires back at Tom English’s ‘tired’ claim as Celtic boss launches defence
Key Things to Know
  • Celtic manager Martin O'Neill rejected claims by Tom English that he looked and sounded tired.
  • The criticism followed Celtic's defeat to Ferencvaros, marking three losses in their most difficult matches this season.
  • The 74-year-old manager asserted he still has the enthusiasm and energy to fight for his position.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has responded to comments made by journalist Tom English, who described the 74-year-old boss as "tired" following Celtic's recent defeat to Ferencvaros. O'Neill strongly rejected the claim, asserting that he still possesses the enthusiasm and energy required for the role despite his age and a recent illness.

Speaking ahead of Sunday's reverse Glasgow Derby, O'Neill defended his position and stated he still has the stomach for a fight. He acknowledged that he is not exempt from criticism and admitted that his future at Celtic ultimately depends on winning football matches.

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