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What I told Scott Brown about baffling Luke McCowan Celtic call vs Rangers

Celtic’s midfield needed changed against Rangers after the Ferencvaros defeat. Martin O’Neill clearly wanted more strength in there and, looking at the starting XI before…

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 4:00 PM
What I told Scott Brown about baffling Luke McCowan Celtic call vs Rangers
Key Things to Know
  • Martin O'Neill changed Celtic's midfield lineup against Rangers following a defeat to Ferencvaros.
  • Luke McCowan started the match despite being excluded from the previous two matchday squads.
  • Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain was dropped to the bench despite playing reasonably well this season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill made a surprising midfield selection for the match against Rangers following a defeat to Ferencvaros. Midfielder Luke McCowan was named in the starting lineup despite having missed the previous two matchday squads. McCowan was selected ahead of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, who dropped to the bench.

Speaking on BBC Sportsound to Scott Brown, the writer expressed confusion over McCowan's sudden inclusion in such a high-profile fixture. While the decision to strengthen the midfield was welcomed, the rapid transition of McCowan from outside the squad to a starting role was questioned.

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