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Kris Boyd predicts Martin O’Neill sack date that depends on one Rangers factor

Derek McInnes and Rangers have the opportunity to push Martin O'Neill ever closer to the sack at Celtic this weekend. Celtic confirmed over the three-week inter

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 11:21 AM
Kris Boyd predicts Martin O’Neill sack date that depends on one Rangers factor
Key Things to Know
  • Kris Boyd believes Celtic could sack Martin O'Neill by next month's international break if Rangers capitalize on fixtures.
  • Celtic confirmed during the break that O'Neill will stay on despite three consecutive defeats.
  • Rangers sit two points behind Celtic following a recent 1-0 win over their Glasgow rivals.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Kris Boyd suggests that Celtic manager Martin O'Neill could face the sack by the next international break if Rangers apply sufficient pressure. Celtic confirmed during the recent break that O'Neill will remain in charge, despite suffering three consecutive defeats, including two against Rangers.

Writing in The Scottish Sun, Boyd argued that Rangers must capitalize on playing before Celtic over the next several matchdays to force their rivals to play catch-up. Rangers currently sit two points behind Celtic in the Scottish Premiership standings.

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