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Martin O’Neill’s Tomas Cvancara and Kasper Schmeichel update
TL;DR
Martin O’Neill provided updates on Tomas Cvancara and Kasper Schmeichel following Celtic's 6-2 win over St Mirren. Cvancara was not included in the squad, but O’Neill confirmed his absence was not due to injury.
Key points
- Martin O’Neill updated on Tomas Cvancara and Kasper Schmeichel
- Celtic won 6-2 against St Mirren
- Cvancara's absence was not due to injury
- Daizen Maeda played in a central role
- Junior Adamu and Kelechi Iheanacho were substitutes
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Martin O’Neill’s Tomas Cvancara and Kasper Schmeichel update
Martin O’Neill has given an update on both Tomas Cvancara and Kasper Schmeichel after Celtic’s 6-2 victory over St Mirren at the weekend…
The Czech attacker was omitted from squad completely with manager Martin O’Neill confirming before the match that his absence was not due to injury.
Daizen Maeda was instead used in a central role, while Junior Adamu and Kelechi Iheanacho were among the substitutes.
Cvancara – on loan from Borussia Monchengladbach – has featured regularly for the Hoops since January but has managed just two goals and two assists in 13 appearances.
Alex Gogic of St Mirren battles with Tomas Cvancara of Celtic during the ScottishPremiership between Celtic and St. Mirren at Celtic Park on April 11, 2026. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)
O’Neill has emphasised that competition within the squad remains intense, insisting every player must earn their place, with Cvancara no exception.
The Celtic boss said via PLZ Soccer:
Q&A
Why was Tomas Cvancara omitted from the squad against St Mirren?
Tomas Cvancara was omitted from the squad, but Martin O’Neill confirmed that his absence was not due to injury.
What role did Daizen Maeda play in the match against St Mirren?
Daizen Maeda was used in a central role during Celtic's match against St Mirren.
Who were the substitutes for Celtic in the match against St Mirren?
Junior Adamu and Kelechi Iheanacho were among the substitutes for Celtic in the match.
