O'Neill on Duran, Ibrox 'eye-opener' and finding ways to win
O'Neill confirmed forward Camilo Duran is fit and available having missed training on Wednesday after travelling to London for a visa in relation to a Colombia call-up. The Northern Irishman insists Celtic are looking to "get off to a decent start" in the Europa League and he may have to make changes to the side given the demands of this week, facing Rangers twice either side of this fixture amid…
Manager Martin O'Neill addressed the media ahead of Celtic's opening Europa League home match against Ferencvaros on Thursday (20:00 BST). He confirmed forward Camilo Duran is fit and available after missing training due to visa issues related to a Colombia call-up. Celtic aims to start the Europa League campaign well and may need to make changes due to the demands of a busy schedule, including two matches against Rangers in the coming week.
O'Neill acknowledged the team's disappointment following their 3-0 derby defeat at Ibrox last Sunday, stating they must rise to the occasion. The manager mentioned that some of the new signings had to learn about managing such games, hoping they can handle the challenges ahead. O'Neill drew inspiration from last season's title-winning campaign when Celtic overcame odds to claim the championship.
He emphasized the importance of finding ways to win football matches, regardless of the opposition. When asked about using Duran as a central striker, O'Neill explained that the Northern Irishman can play in various positions, with his best position being either centre forward or just off the centre forward. He expressed delight over 20-year-old right-back Colby Donovan earning his first Scotland call-up.
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