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Another season, another failure - where did it all go wrong for Celtic?

Another season, another failure - where did it all go wrong for Celtic?

Summary

Celtic football team failed to qualify for the Champions League again after losing a two-legged match against LASK, despite having a strong lead. The team struggled in defense and midfield during the second game and key players were missing or made mistakes, leading to their collapse.

Key Facts

  • Celtic led 3-0 from the first game and 4-0 during the second but lost 5-4 on aggregate to LASK.
  • Celtic had won their first four competitive games of the season before this loss.
  • Captain Callum McGregor said the team looked scared and passive during LASK’s attacks.
  • Manager Martin O’Neill took responsibility for the defeat, but former captain Scott Brown said O’Neill was protecting his players.
  • Celtic’s defense during the loss included inexperienced and out-of-position players.
  • Celtic signed new forwards and midfielders this summer but sold important players like Arne Engels and Daizen Maeda.
  • Analysts say Celtic’s squad lacks the depth and quality needed to compete in Europe’s top competitions.
  • The failure to qualify for the Champions League could cost Celtic over £20 million in revenue.
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