Martin O’Neill’s Celtic mantra stutters as Dundee United threaten to end 34-year cycle

Celtic snap Dundee United’s unbeaten run to stay top of the pile.

Scotsman

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 9:47 PM

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Celtic rallied from behind to secure a 2-2 draw at home against Dundee United.
First-half goals from Zachary Sapsford and Neil Farrugia overturned Camilo Duran's opening strike for Celtic.
Liam Scales scored the equalizer with a header from substitute Jota's cross in the 65th minute.

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Celtic fought back to secure a 2-2 draw against Dundee United at Celtic Park on Wednesday, stalling manager Martin O'Neill's domestic momentum. Camilo Duran gave the hosts an early lead, but first-half goals from Zachary Sapsford and Neil Farrugia put the visitors ahead before the break. Defender Liam Scales rescued a point for Celtic by heading home a cross from substitute Jota in the second half.

Dundee United entered the match unbeaten in five games as manager Jim Goodwin sought to end the club's 34-year winless run at Celtic Park. Despite intense late pressure from the home side, United's defense held firm to maintain their strong form and claim a point.

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