Celtic pyschodrama engulfing team as VAR delivers mother of all smackdowns

Celtic secured a 1-0 Scottish Premiership win over Kilmarnock at Celtic Park on November 8, 2026, courtesy of Liam Scales' 25th-minute goal. The Scotsman reports that the match was dominated by the ongoing scoring struggles of striker Kasper Hogh, whose early finish was disallowed following a VAR review for a foul in the build-up.

Kilmarnock goalkeeper Nico Mantl impressed throughout, blocking another Hogh effort and later saving a 75th-minute penalty from Nygren. Despite late pressure from Kilmarnock, Martin O'Neill's side held on for the three points ahead of the international break.