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'I'm not so sure I learned much' - O'Neill knows what Celtic need after cup win

'I'm not so sure I learned much' - O'Neill knows what Celtic need after cup win

Summary

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill expressed he did not learn much from his team's Scottish Cup win over sixth-tier Auchinleck Talbot. Despite the victory, O'Neill is focused on strengthening the team during the January transfer window. Supporters showed dissatisfaction and called for new signings during the match.

Key Facts

  • Celtic won their Scottish Cup match against Auchinleck Talbot, a team from the sixth tier.
  • Martin O'Neill, the manager, kept only one regular player, Callum McGregor, from the previous match's lineup.
  • Stephen Welsh played his first match since returning from a loan spell at Motherwell.
  • Fans chanted "sign a player" during the game, showing their displeasure with the team's performance.
  • O'Neill stated he wants to strengthen the squad but has not yet completed any signings in the transfer window.
  • Players like Johnny Kenny missed chances but eventually scored in the match, while others like Sebastian Tounekti added a second goal late on.
  • O'Neill hopes to finalize new players before the end of the season to improve team performance.

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