Injury NewsDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 7 Aug 2026
O'Neill out of hospital, could return for Kilmarnock clash
Celtic boss Martin O'Neill is recovering at home after a minor procedure, with a possible return to the dugout this weekend.


M. O'Neill
coach
Club
Celtic
Procedure
Minor medical procedure
Status
Released from hospital Thursday, recuperating at home
Possible return
Sunday's match vs Kilmarnock
What happened. Martin O'Neill was released from hospital on Thursday after a minor procedure and could be in the dugout for Celtic's match at Kilmarnock on Sunday.
- Assistant Shaun Maloney visited O'Neill and found him in good form.
- No timeline for return, decision expected day-to-day.
- Celtic won their opening match 1-0 against Dundee on Monday.
“He was in good form last night. Loads better than he was Monday, Tuesday.”
— Shaun Maloney
O'Neill's availability will be decided closer to the match, with Maloney ready to step in if needed.
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