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Perrie Edwards, partner of Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has spoken warmly about her experience witnessing Celtic’s dramatic Scottish Premiership title triumph over Hearts, describing the celebrations at Celtic Park as unforgettable. The singer, who attended the decisive fixture alongside family members of the Celtic squad, was among the notable guests present as the Hoops secured the championship in dramatic fashion. The occasion produced one of the most memorable atmospheres seen at Celtic Park in recent years, with late goals courtesy of Daizen Maeda and Callum Osmand sparking jubilant scenes among supporters. Reflecting on the day during an appearance on Heart Scotland with…

Auston Trusty has offered Celtic supporters a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the demands of professional football, sharing a detailed look at his post-match recovery routine. The defender heads into a significant summer after being selected in the USA’s 26-man squad for the upcoming World Cup on home soil. His international call-up follows an impressive campaign in which he helped Celtic secure both the Scottish Premiership title and the Scottish Cup. Trusty recently posted a video on social media titled “Recovery Day as a Pro Footballer”, documenting the work on TikTok that goes into maintaining peak physical condition after matches. @austontrusty3 Behind…

Craig Bellamy remains fully focused on his role as Wales manager despite continued speculation linking him with the Celtic job, according to reports. The former Wales international has previously been mentioned as a possible successor to Martin O’Neill, with his name resurfacing amid ongoing uncertainty surrounding the managerial position. O’Neill recently revealed that he plans to hold discussions with principal shareholder Dermot Desmond regarding the possibility of taking the role permanently after guiding the club to a domestic league and cup double. However, with those talks reportedly yet to take place, Bellamy and former Celtic striker Robbie Keane have again…

Robbie Keane is poised for talks with Celtic hierarchy TONIGHT as the club steps up its search for a new permanent manager. The former Republic of Ireland international emerged as a leading contender following the end of his spell at Ferencváros, where he departed by mutual consent at the end of the season after 14 months in charge. Keane enjoyed success in Hungary, leading the Budapest outfit to the league championship in 2025 before securing Hungarian Cup glory earlier last month. His position had appeared strong after agreeing a new contract in December, a reward for guiding the club into…

Former Celtic managerial target Owen Coyle believes Martin O’Neill has earned the opportunity to continue leading the club after overseeing a remarkable turnaround at the Hoops. Coyle – who was once linked with the Celtic manager’s job himself – has backed O’Neill to remain in charge for another campaign following a season that ended with a league and Scottish cup double against the odds. After taking charge midway through the season for a second time in the campaign, O’Neill guided Celtic to a memorable Premiership and Scottish Cup double despite the team appearing out of contention at various points during…

Celtic are reportedly keeping a close eye on Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Alfie Devine as the Scottish champions assess potential additions ahead of the summer transfer window. Devine impressed during a productive loan spell with Preston North End last season, contributing 14 goal involvements after finding the net eight times and providing six assists in the Championship. The Lancashire club have the chance to secure the 21-year-old on a permanent basis through a £6 million clause included in the agreement with Spurs. Although the fee would comfortably surpass Preston’s previous transfer record, the club are understood to be prepared to proceed…

Celtic are reportedly preparing to revive their pursuit of Go Ahead Eagles attacker Jakob Breum after failing to land the Danish winger during the previous two transfer windows. The Hoops had multiple offers rejected for the 22-year-old last summer, with the Eredivisie side believed to have demanded around £6.5million before refusing to sanction a move. According to The Herald, Celtic have now renewed their interest in Breum ahead of the summer market, with Go Ahead Eagles increasingly accepting that the player could depart before the start of next season. The Scottish champions are also said to have made initial enquiries…

Jackie McNamara believes Celtic should do everything possible to retain Martin O’Neill as manager after the 74 year-old guided the Hoops to a Premiership and Scottish Cup double. The former Celtic defender worked under O’Neill during the Irishman’s first spell in charge at the Hoops, winning six domestic honours across a hugely successful five-year period. Having witnessed O’Neill’s methods first-hand both on the training ground and inside the dressing room, McNamara feels the 74-year-old has once again demonstrated his value to the club after steering Celtic through a turbulent campaign. Speaking to the BBC ahead of the Refugee World Cup,…

Auston Trusty believes Martin O’Neill has fully justified the right to choose his own next step after guiding Celtic to an unexpected domestic double this season. The 74 year-old capped a remarkable turnaround by leading Celtic to Scottish Cup success against Dunfermline Athletic at Hampden, just a week arter securing the Premiership title. O’Neill is now set for discussions with principal shareholder Dermot Desmond regarding whether he will remain in charge permanently. Trusty paid tribute to O’Neill for transforming the atmosphere around the club following his return earlier in the campaign. “You don’t see too often a 74-year-old coach coming…

James Forrest has described Celtic’s dramatic 2025/26 campaign as the most chaotic season of his career after helping the club secure another domestic double. The veteran winger lifted the 28th domestic trophy of his Celtic career following Saturday’s Scottish Cup final victory over Dunfermline Athletic, further extending his record as the club’s most decorated player. Having spent nearly two decades in the first team after progressing through the academy ranks, Forrest admitted no previous campaign compared to the turbulence Celtic experienced over the past year. “The 10-in-a-row, the COVID season was different for different reasons, but this one’s been the…

Liam Scales has admitted Celtic endured one of their most turbulent seasons in recent memory despite ultimately ending the campaign with Premiership and Scottish Cup success. Despite lifting two domestic trophies, Celtic’s 2025/26 campaign was marked by instability, managerial upheaval and mounting pressure both on and off the pitch before the club eventually finished the season on a high. From Brendan Rodgers’ departure to the brief and chaotic spell under Wilfried Nancy, Celtic endured a turbulent year that tested the squad throughout. Their final tally of 82 league points was among the club’s lowest returns in more than a decade.…

Liam Scales has already set his sights on a bigger and better campaign next season despite Celtic at the weekend only bringing the curtain down on their 2025/26 title-winning year. The Republic of Ireland international reaffirmed his commitment to the club last month by agreeing a new long-term contract extension that ties him to the Hoops until 2030. After helping Celtic reclaim the Premiership title, the defender is now targeting two major objectives next season – securing Champions League football and finally completing a domestic treble. Celtic missed out on Europe’s elite club competition this season after suffering a play-off…

Shaun Maloney is reportedly being considered for a sporting director position at Celtic as the Hoops prepares for another summer of major change behind the scenes. The former Scotland international played an important role during Celtic’s double-winning campaign after joining Martin O’Neill’s backroom team, helping guide the club to both the Premiership title and Scottish Cup success. Maloney – who previously managed Hibernian and Wigan Athletic, is also understood to have been heavily involved in Celtic’s recruitment strategy during the January transfer window as the club chased down Hearts in the title race. According to the Daily Record, the ex-Celtic…

Celtic-linked Scott McKenna has dismissed speculation of a potential return to Scotland by confirming he intends to remain with Dinamo Zagreb for the foreseeable future. The Scotland international has been linked with a move to the Hoops following an impressive debut campaign in Croatia, where he helped Dinamo secure both the league title and domestic cup. McKenna – who previously played for Aberdeen, Nottingham Forest and Las Palmas – arrived in Zagreb last summer and made history as the first Scottish player to feature in Croatian football. Interest from Celtic reportedly emerged during the season, with links suggesting Dinamo valued…

Marcelo Saracchi remains a target for Celtic, even though talks over a permanent transfer are understood to have slowed in recent weeks. The Uruguayan full-back impressed during his loan spell at the Hoops, helping the Scottish champions secure a Premiership and Scottish Cup double during his time in Glasgow. Celtic are still interested in retaining the 28-year-old, but an agreement with parent club Boca Juniors has yet to be finalised. Saracchi is expected to head back to Argentina ahead of the World Cup, with the defender hopeful of earning a place in Marcelo Bielsa’s Uruguay squad for the tournament. However,…

Martin O’Neill is expected to meet with Celtic principal shareholder Dermot Desmond in the coming days following the Hoops’ double-winning finish to the season. The 74 year-old guided Celtic to both the Premiership title and the Scottish Cup after overseeing a remarkable turnaround during his short-term spell in charge. A week on from sealing the league title in dramatic fashion, O’Neill’s side comfortably defeated Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup final to complete the domestic Double. Although O’Neill had initially returned on an interim basis, recent success has fuelled debate over whether he could remain in the dugout beyond the summer.…

Former Celtic forward Odsonne Edouard has revealed he rejected the chance to represent Haiti at this summer’s World Cup despite being eligible to play for the Caribbean nation… The ex-Hoops striker enjoyed another memorable night on Saturday after scoring twice in Lens’ French Cup triumph, but he will not be travelling to North America for the tournament later this year. Edouard qualifies for Haiti through his family background, with both of his parents originally from the country. Although born in French Guiana, he relocated to Paris as a child and has long been viewed as a potential international option for…

Celtic’s Scottish Cup triumph was followed by a pointed social media jibe from the club’s supporter liaison officer aimed at Hearts manager Derek McInnes… Martin O’Neill’s side completed the domestic Double after defeating Dunfermline 3-1 at Hampden, with Daizen Maeda, Arne Engels, and Kelechi Iheanacho all getting on the scoresheet. The victory capped a dramatic end to the campaign for Celtic, who had already secured the Premiership title on the final day following a 3-1 win over Hearts. The Hoops’ charge towards the title included a controversial late victory against Motherwell at Fir Park, where a stoppage-time penalty proved decisive.…

Liam Scales has praised Celtic’s resilience during their dramatic title-winning run-in while also throwing his support behind Martin O’Neill remaining as manager next season. Celtic’s charge towards the Premiership title looked to have stalled after a damaging defeat away to Dundee United in March left them trailing Hearts by five points with only seven league fixtures remaining. But what followed was a flawless finish to the campaign as Martin O’Neill’s side surged back to complete a league and cup double in dramatic fashion. Liam Scales recalled the mood around the squad during the international break that followed the setback at…

Daizen Maeda’s emotional comments following Celtic’s Scottish Cup celebrations have sparked fresh speculation that the Japanese forward could be preparing to leave the club this summer. The 28-year-old has enjoyed a hugely successful spell in Glasgow, collecting 10 domestic trophies during his time at the Hoops, including this season’s Premiership and Scottish Cup Double. Interest in Maeda has continued to grow over the past year, with Bundesliga side Wolfsburg previously attempting to sign him during the January transfer window before negotiations ultimately collapsed. Following Celtic’s victory at Hampden over Dunfermline, the squad returned to Celtic Park for further celebrations with…