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Talking points: O’Neill under pressure, Rangers eye top spot & Hibs’ new era

The Scottish Premiership is back after a three-week break, and that means so are a host of fascinating subplots across the top flight.

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 9:00 AM
Talking points: O’Neill under pressure, Rangers eye top spot & Hibs’ new era
Key Things to Know
  • The Scottish Premiership returns from the international break with Celtic visiting Motherwell and Rangers hosting Kilmarnock.
  • Celtic manager Martin O'Neill aims to end a three-game losing streak after deciding to stay in charge.
  • Rangers could temporarily claim top spot in the Premiership with a victory over Kilmarnock on Saturday.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Scottish Premiership returns following a three-week international break with major storylines across the division. Martin O'Neill's Celtic travel to face Motherwell on Sunday looking to avoid a fourth consecutive defeat across all competitions. Meanwhile, Derek McInnes's Rangers host Kilmarnock on Saturday aiming to claim top spot in the league table following six straight wins.

Elsewhere, 35-year-old Marink Reedijk will take charge of his first match as Hibernian manager away at Dundee United after replacing David Gray. Dundee manager Steven Pressley faces significant squad challenges ahead of facing Falkirk, with seven regular starters sidelined, including three players suffering from ACL injuries.

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