Celtic play like a ‘basketball’ team admits Callum McGregor as he nails Parkhead problems in stark verdict

The Hoops are in decent shape at the top of the league but the skipper has some warnings over the way they are playing…

By Michael Gannon · Daily Record

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 6:00 AM

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Callum McGregor admitted Celtic are playing like a basketball team due to chaotic, end-to-end performances.
Celtic salvaged a point by coming from behind to draw against Dundee United, maintaining a four-point league lead.
McGregor warned that fielding players out of position leads to lost possession, excessive transitions, and wasted energy.

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Celtic captain Callum McGregor admitted the team is playing like a basketball team due to end-to-end, chaotic performances. Speaking after Celtic fought back to secure a draw against Dundee United, McGregor warned that a lack of game control and positional misalignment make the current style unsustainable over a long campaign.

McGregor explained that players deployed outside their natural positions and new signings have contributed to transitions and energy loss. While noting improvements in recent matches against Motherwell and Dundee United, he emphasized that the squad is relying on video analysis to regain traditional control amidst a packed schedule.

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