'This is on Martin' - Sutton blames O'Neill for Celtic struggles
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16-second readCeltic's 2-0 loss to Falkirk was a 'shock defeat' that exposed the team's defensive frailties, according to Sky Sports. Ethan Ross and Scott Tanser's goals highlighted Celtic's issues, with Chris Sutton describing the team as 'in regression.' The loss was Celtic's second in the Premiership this season. Celtic's record now stands at three wins in their last 10 outings.
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Celtic's 2-0 loss to Falkirk was a 'shock defeat' that exposed the team's defensive frailties, according to Sky Sports. Ethan Ross and Scott Tanser's goals highlighted Celtic's issues, with Chris Sutton describing the team as 'in regression.' The loss was Celtic's second in the Premiership this season. Celtic's record now stands at three wins in their last 10 outings.
Chris Sutton criticized Celtic's performance, stating that the team and club are 'not functioning properly.' He attributed the struggles to manager Martin O'Neill, saying 'this is all on Martin because he employs the coaches and will ask them to play and train in a certain way.' Sutton also noted that Celtic's approach has been 'a bit off the cuff' all season.
Martin O'Neill responded to the loss by stating that there is 'no reason to panic' as Celtic remains top of the league. He referenced last season's comeback and his experience managing the team. O'Neill emphasized that he 'keeps out the noise at the end of it all,' indicating his focus on the bigger picture despite the current struggles.
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"It's a lottery waiting for the Celtic team. Who knows what team Martin is going to pick?" Sky Sports' Chris Sutton did not hold back after his former club fell to a shock 2-0 defeat at Falkirk, insisting he is watching a "team in regression." Ethan Ross' early goal was added to by Scott Tanser's excellent finish, as Celtic's defensive frailties were exposed once again. The defeat leaves Celtic with a record of three wins from their past 10 outings as they failed to extend their four-point lead at the top of the table, with Besiktas next in the Europa League, where they have lost three of three.
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