Martin O’Neill ‘couldn’t care less’ as Celtic boss doubles down on pitch invasion

O'Neill remains firm on his stance regarding the pitch invasion

By James McLaughlin · The National

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 4:01 PM

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Martin O'Neill dismissed criticism regarding Celtic fans invading the pitch during last season's title-winning victory against Hearts.
Celtic secured the Scottish Premiership title with a 3-1 victory over Hearts after Callum Osmand scored late.
O'Neill stated he would have accepted a pitch invasion from Hearts fans had they won the league title.

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Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has dismissed criticism regarding Celtic supporters invading the pitch following their Scottish Premiership title win against Hearts last season. O'Neill stated he "couldn't care less" about the reaction to the celebrations ahead of welcoming Hearts back to Celtic Park this Sunday.

The pitch invasion occurred after Callum Osmand scored a 97th-minute goal to secure a 3-1 win and the championship. O'Neill defended the reaction, explaining he would have completely accepted the euphoria and similar celebrations from Hearts supporters if they had won the title instead.

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