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In a gripping encounter that saw emotions run high and cards waved aplenty, Celtic's visit to Tynecastle last Sunday ended in a frustrating 2-2 draw against Hearts, marking a stumble in what fans hoped would be a seamless march under interim manager, Martin O'Neill. The Bhoys, as ever committed to a riveting display, found themselves ahead, not once, but twice, only to see their efforts cancelled out, the second time by Claudio Braga’s late equaliser. As the dust settled, Celtic had to contend with not only dropping vital points but also with the contentious dismissal of Auston Trusty, which saw them down to ten men in critical closing moments.
The draw meant a slip to third in the Scottish Premiership standings, with the team now six points adrift of the pace-setting Hearts. Despite a fairly positive run since O'Neill's return—seven wins and one draw in league matches—the performance quality, or lack thereof, raises alarm. Scott Allan, former Celtic midfielder and keen observer, voiced significant concerns about the team's current form. Allan specifically highlighted the recent narrow escape against Falkirk, where he felt "Celtic were lucky," pointing out that for large spells of the game, Falkirk seemed the better side.
Celtic's backline managed to hold firm, albeit shakily, raising doubts about their ability to overturn the six-point deficit anytime soon. Allan suggested that while O'Neill had made strides in boosting the team's confidence and addressing the slack left by previous manager Wilfred Nancy, glaring individual errors and inconsistent performances might see Celtic continue to drop points if not addressed swiftly.
Allan's critique serves as a cautionary tale for the Bhoys; it's a reminder that talent alone won’t suffice—consistency and error-minimizing are crucial. Celtic's journey under O'Neill's second caretaker stint is at a critical juncture. As the season progresses, maintaining momentum and ironing out inconsistencies will be vital in their quest to clinch the title.
To wrap up, here's a wee light-hearted jest for our old pals at Rangers: Why do Rangers fans never play hide and seek? Because good luck hiding when Celtic’s chasing down the title! Keep that in mind, lads, as the Bhoys march onward—inevitable blips notwithstanding.
