Football in Glasgow's goldfish bowl often faces unnecessary dramatization, yet the week in mid-September could significantly impact Celtic's season. After suffering a sobering 3-0 defeat to Rangers in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals, alarm bells ring among an unconvinced support.

Martin O'Neill's side has a chance to rectify this loss in a league rematch against their city rivals on Sunday, but first, they must tackle a Europa League opener against Ferencvaros. Celtic fans approach this European action with trepidation, especially following their recent Champions League play-off collapse in Linz, which raised questions about the team's big-game credentials.

O'Neill responded to the outside noise, stating, "It's strange you're never asked about team selection when you win games." He highlighted the team's domestic success, noting they have won their league games so far.

Key points include:

• Celtic's recent domestic dominance
• The need for progress in European competitions
• Supporters' expectations for a better on-pitch performance

After a chaotic previous season, O'Neill led Celtic to a Scottish Premiership title and Scottish Cup victory, leaving fans divided on whether they wanted him to continue or retire with accolades. Despite domestic success, fans are eager for a more entertaining style of play and overdue progress in Europe.

While O'Neill's management faced scrutiny last season, the focus now shifts to his team selection following the disappointing derby performance, with even former player Chris Sutton weighing in. The pressure is on as Celtic navigates this pivotal week.