Injury NewsMirror FootballUnverified source· 5 Aug 2026
Celtic boss O'Neill in hospital after small procedure
Just days after leading Celtic to a winning start, Martin O'Neill is now recovering in hospital.
M. O'Neill
coach
Club
Celtic
Procedure
Small procedure
Expected return
Discharged within next day or two
What happened. Celtic confirmed that manager Martin O'Neill has undergone a small procedure in hospital and is expected to be released within a day or two.
- O'Neill was in the dugout for Celtic's 1-0 win over Dundee on Monday.
- The 74-year-old signed a one-year contract in June with an option for another year.
- No details about the procedure have been disclosed.
“In response to speculation, we can confirm that Martin O'Neill has undergone a small procedure in hospital.”
— Celtic club statement
O'Neill is expected to be discharged soon, but his availability for upcoming matches remains unclear.
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