Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has dismissed suggestions that Sunday's Scottish Premiership showdown against Rangers is a must-win fixture for his side. Despite entering the derby on the back of consecutive cup and European defeats, the veteran boss believes it remains far "too early" in the campaign to view the outcome as season-defining.
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Callum McGregor delivered a brutally honest assessment of his team after Celtic suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat against bitter rivals Rangers in the League Cup. The captain accused his teammates of playing like a disjointed group of individuals rather than a cohesive unit, warning that their current defensive vulnerabilities and lack of collective effort are simply unacceptable.
Benjamin Nygren expressed complete confidence ahead of Celtic's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final against Rangers at Ibrox. The in-form Swedish winger insisted he will turn the hostile, all-home crowd atmosphere into positive energy as the Hoops aim for a semi-final spot at Hampden Park.
Olwethu Makhanya expressed immense excitement ahead of his Old Firm debut as Rangers host Celtic in Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final. The South African defender highlighted the team's strong defensive partnership and mental character following a run of four straight wins.
Callum McGregor urged his Celtic team-mates to block out the hostile Ibrox atmosphere during Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final against Rangers. With no visiting supporters allowed inside the stadium, the skipper insists the squad must stay calm and impose their aggressive passing style.
Martin O'Neill expects a hostile atmosphere when Celtic travel to face Rangers in Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final without away supporters. Former captain Scott Brown insisted that an early goal will be essential to turn the 50,000 home fans anxious.
Derek McInnes called on Rangers supporters to turn Ibrox into an intimidating fortress for Sunday's Premier Sports Cup quarter-final against Celtic. With no away fans permitted inside the ground, the Light Blues boss wants to leverage the home crowd to spark a season-defining victory.
The iconic Old Firm derby will be played in front of home supporters only this season after Celtic and Rangers reached a significant agreement with the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL). This 'temporary arrangement' comes as a direct response to the serious crowd disorder and pitch incursions that marred last season's Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox.
Gordon Strachan has told GOAL there is “not enough money in the world” for him to consider emulating Martin O’Neill, with the former Celtic boss in awe of the man still calling shots at Parkhead. Enigmatic Northern Irishman O’Neill is, having landed a permanent contract on the back of a Scottish Premiership title triumph, working towards his 75th birthday.
Burnley have secured the deadline day signing of Japan international midfielder Reo Hatate from Celtic. The 28-year-old arrives at Turf Moor on a three-year contract, bringing five years of title-winning pedigree to Nicky Hayen's midfield.
Martin O'Neill took full responsibility after Celtic suffered an extraordinary collapse against LASK to crash out of Champions League qualifying. The Scottish giants squandered a commanding 4-0 aggregate lead before falling to a 5-1 second-leg thrashing after extra time, missing out on the league phase for the second consecutive campaign.
Celtic captain Callum McGregor has issued a grovelling apology to supporters after his side threw away a four-goal aggregate lead to crash out of the Champions League against LASK. The Hoops suffered a monumental 5-4 extra-time defeat in Austria and will now drop into the Europa League.
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill praised Camilo Duran after the Colombian winger struck a sublime brace to inspire a commanding 3-0 win over Austrian outfit LASK at Celtic Park. The Scottish champions made significant progress in their quest for a Champions League spot ahead of next week's crucial play-off second leg in Linz.
West Ham United have sent a clear message of intent to the rest of the Championship by smashing the division's transfer record to secure the signing of Arne Engels from Celtic. The Belgian international arrives at the London Stadium for a staggering £22 million fee as the Hammers look to secure an immediate return to the top flight.
Celtic have officially completed the signing of Haissem Hassan from Spanish side Real Oviedo on a four-year contract. The Egypt international arrives in a transfer that could reach £9 million, subject to add-ons. Hassan joins the Scottish champions aiming to bring his pace and skill to their attacking lineup ahead of their upcoming domestic and European campaigns.
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