Celtic have confirmed Martin O'Neill as permanent manager, ending an interim period that culminated in a Premiership and Scottish Cup double. The 74‑year‑old took charge first in late October after Brendan Rodgers' exit, then again in January when Wilfried Nancy was dismissed. His calm stewardship steadied a squad rattled by turnover. His appointment also signals the board's confidence in continuity ahead of Champions League qualifiers.

During his eight‑game stint O'Neill won every domestic fixture, the only blemish a Europa League loss to Midtjylland. Those results restored Celtic to the top of the table and set the tone for the cup run. Fans responded with renewed optimism, recalling his successful five‑year spell two decades ago that produced league titles and European progress. The side also tightened its defense.

O'Neill signed a one‑year contract with an option for a second season, negotiated with major shareholder Dermot Desmond. Interim chairman Brian Wilson hailed the deal as the catalyst for a busy summer, promising investment to keep Celtic competitive domestically and in Europe. The club now aims to build on recent silverware rather than rest on past triumphs.