Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has delivered a major injury update ahead of the club's Premiership opener against Dundee. The Hoops expect to have almost their full squad available again in the coming days as the club welcomes back its players following their involvement at this summer's World Cup.

What happened?

Seven members of the Celtic squad were away on international duty across the tournament in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Kieran Tierney, Anthony Ralston, and Sebastian Tounekti all made appearances in Saturday's pre-season draw with AC Milan after their nations exited at the group stage.

Why it matters for Celtic

The return of the squad members will be a significant boost for Celtic as they prepare for their Premiership opener against Dundee. The Hoops are currently 3 points behind leaders Heart of Midlothian in the title race and will be looking to make a strong start to the season.

What comes next?

Celtic's Premiership opener against Dundee is scheduled to take place on Flag Day. The Hoops will be looking to make a strong start to the season and will be hoping to get off to a winning start.

Celtic's recent form has been impressive, with the team winning their last 5 games in a row. The Hoops have scored 59 goals this season and conceded 35, with a goal difference of +24. They are currently 3rd in the Premiership table, with 67 points from 33 games.

In an interview with Celtic FC's YouTube channel, O'Neill provided an update on the squad's injury situation. He said: "Auston Trusty comes back. He's had some family things. I've given him a little bit of extra time, which I think he's deserved."

O'Neill also disclosed that Benjamin Nygren missed the Milan friendly due to a minor Achilles issue but does not believe the problem will keep the midfielder sidelined for long. He added: "Nygren's here at this minute. Didn't play [vs Milan]. He's got a bit of an Achilles problem at the moment. He played for Sweden in at least one of the games anyway. So I don't think it's massive."

The Celtic boss also expressed his confidence in the squad's ability to bounce back from their World Cup exertions. He said: "I'm probably less concerned about those boys because they have played matches in the World Cup. Okay, so you take a little bit of a break. And the last thing you want to do is be rushing them back."

Celtic's recent form has been impressive, with the team winning their last 5 games in a row. The Hoops have scored 59 goals this season and conceded 35, with a goal difference of +24. They are currently 3rd in the Premiership table, with 67 points from 33 games.

League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 3rd in Premiership, 67 pts, 21W-4D-8L from 33 games, recent form WWWWW. Goals this season: 59 scored, 35 conceded (+24 goal difference). Title race: 3 points behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian. Last result: Celtic 3-1 Heart Of Midlothian (2026-05-16). Recent form (last 5): 5W-0D-0L (WWWWW, most recent first); on a 5-game winning run.