Celtic manager Martin O’Neill remains in the hospital after undergoing a “small procedure,” according to the club. The 74-year-old is expected to be released in the “next day or two.” O’Neill was in the dugout on Monday as Celtic kicked off the new Scottish Premiership campaign with a 1-0 home win over Dundee.

Manager’s Recent Return and Future Uncertain

O’Neill returned to Celtic last October after a two-decade hiatus, following Brendan Rodgers’ resignation. He served two interim stints last season before agreeing to a one-year contract in June after guiding the club to a Scottish Premiership and Scottish Cup double. The Northern Irishman previously managed Leicester City, Aston Villa, and the Republic of Ireland national team.

Despite his recent successes, O’Neill has hinted that this may be his final season at Celtic, and In comments to Sky Sports before the league opener, he said: “Genuinely, I wasn’t sure [about staying] at the time. Honestly, I’m still not sure!” He added that if Celtic secure the league title, it could prompt a sense of fulfillment, but he emphasized the challenges of “lasting the year.”

Club and Family Privacy Respected

Celtic has asked for privacy for O’Neill and his family during this time; “We would ask that the privacy of Martin and his family is respected,” the club wrote on social media. No further details about the nature of the procedure were provided.

O’Neill had previously handed over the manager’s role to Wilfried Nancy in December 2025, but the Frenchman was sacked after just eight games, prompting O’Neill’s return. After winning two more major honors, he committed to a full-time role with a one-year contract, with an option for a further year following discussions with club chairman Dermot Desmond.

Unrelated O’Neill News in Energy Sector

Separately, Anthony O’Neill, a director at Woodside Energy Group, has announced his retirement, according to the Korea Economic Daily. The disclosure, made in accordance with Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) regulations, noted that O’Neill holds 18,340 shares through a family superannuation fund and has no personal holdings. The company emphasized that the retirement does not directly impact its operations or financial strategy.

Analysts expect Woodside’s revenue to rise to about $15.684 billion in 2027, a 5.4% increase from the previous year, before declining to $14.645 billion in 2028, a 6.63% drop. Earnings per share (EPS) are projected to fall to $1.19 in 2027, a 16.36% decline year-over-year.

While O’Neill’s retirement is a routine disclosure, the energy firm’s medium-term performance outlook, including a projected revenue decline in 2028, is a factor investors should consider, according to the report.