O'Neill takes responsibility after Celtic's latest European capitulation
Celtic throw away a four-goal aggregate lead as they suffer a 5-4 defeat by Austrian side LASK to miss out on the Champions League for the second year in a row.
Celtic's latest European exit is a significant blow to the club, both financially and in terms of prestige. The Champions League is one of the most lucrative competitions in football, and missing out on the group stages means Celtic will have to settle for the Europa League instead. This will likely result in a substantial reduction in revenue, which could impact the club's ability to attract and retain top talent.
The manner of the defeat will also be concerning for Celtic's manager, Brendan O'Neill. Despite taking a four-goal aggregate lead into the second leg, Celtic were unable to see out the tie, conceding five goals and ultimately losing 5-4 on aggregate. This will raise questions about the team's defensive solidity and ability to perform under pressure in European competition.
Looking ahead, Celtic will be keen to regroup and focus on their domestic campaign. However, the club's European ambitions will undoubtedly be impacted by this latest setback. To watch next: Celtic's upcoming Scottish Premiership fixtures, where they will look to maintain their domestic form and bounce back from this European disappointment. The club's transfer activity in the coming months will also be closely watched, as they seek to strengthen their squad and improve their chances of success in future European campaigns.
Originally reported by bbc.co.uk. MyNews adds analysis for general news readers.