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O'Neill mulls Celtic future after third big defeat
At 74, Martin O'Neill is questioning whether he's still the right man for Celtic after a bruising week of defeats.
M. O'Neill
coach
Manager
Martin O'Neill
Club
Celtic
Age
74
Defeats
Three in big games
What happened. Martin O'Neill said he will use the international break to reflect on his position after Celtic suffered three consecutive defeats in big games, including two against Rangers and a home European loss to Ferencvaros.
- O'Neill admitted he might consider walking away to protect his legacy.
- He questioned whether he can still help the team as manager.
- Celtic remain top of the Scottish Premiership despite the setbacks.
“I genuinely will reflect and see. It's a matter of whether I can help the team.”
— Martin O'Neill
O'Neill will decide during the international break whether to continue, with Celtic still top of the league.
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