SpotlightDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 24 Aug 2026
O'Neill's Remarkable Celtic Return Nears Champions League History
After 22 years away, the 74-year-old is one game from a stunning Champions League comeback with Celtic.
M. O'Neill
coach
Age
74
Club
Celtic
Last CL campaign
22 years ago
First leg result
Celtic 3-0 LASK
What happened. Martin O'Neill, rehired by Celtic last October, has led them to the Scottish title and now stands on the brink of a Champions League return after a 22-year absence.
- O'Neill was initially replaced by Wilfried Nancy but returned to fix the damage.
- He won the championship, atoning for the 2004-05 final-day loss.
- His side beat LASK 3-0 in the first leg of the playoff.
“I would love to do it. But honestly... Tuesday... I wish it would never come.”
— Martin O'Neill
A win or draw in Austria would secure Celtic's place in Friday's Champions League draw.
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