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Martin O’Neill has been pictured back on the training pitch with Celtic as preparations continue for tomorrow’s Premier Sports Cup tie against Dundee United. Celtic shared an image of O’Neill at training on Friday afternoon, with the manager fully focused on the weekend cup fixture. 📸😃 Focused on the #PremierSportsCup#DUTDCEL | #CelticFC🍀 pic.twitter.com/zZHbs7aCbr — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) August 14, 2026 The sight of O’Neill back on the grass will be welcomed after he missed Celtic’s 5-1 win over Kilmarnock last weekend following a recent hospital procedure. Celtic travel to face Dundee United tomorrow as attention turns away from the league and towards the Premier Sports Cup. The Hoops will be looking to book their place in the next round while continuing the strong start they have made to the season. O’Neill has plenty to consider when it comes to team selection. New signings Mika Baur and Haissem Hassan are now part of the squad, while the manager will also have to weigh up fitness levels and upcoming European commitments. Celtic’s Champions League play-off against LASK is also approaching quickly, which could have an impact on how O’Neill manages his squad at Tannadice. There is also uncertainty around several players because of injuries and transfer activity, making the next few days particularly important for the Celtic manager. For now, though, the focus is firmly on Dundee United. O’Neill being pictured back at training is another positive sign after his absence last weekend, with the manager now back in place as Celtic prepare for the first cup test of the campaign.