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Celtic have signed set-piece coach Ross Grant from Hearts. The Scottish champions have made this key recruitment move as they look to improve their set-piece record.
What numbers say about Grant's Hearts impact
Grant spent four years at Dundee United before enjoying a successful 12-month spell at Hearts. A lifelong Celtic fan, the Glasgow club say he will have a "particular focus on set-piece analysis and coaching". Celtic manager Martin O'Neill added: "I know he is a highly rated coach and I look forward to working with him."
What do you need to be good at set-pieces?
Creativity, delivery and finishing. In Grant, Celtic have arguably secured the best set-piece coach in the Premiership last season. The team's recent form has been impressive, with 5 wins in their last 5 games, and they are currently 3rd in the Premiership, 67 pts, 21W-4D-8L from 33 games.
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| League standing | 3rd in Premiership, 67 pts, 21W-4D-8L from 33 games |
| Recent form | 5W-0D-0L (WWWWW, most recent first) |
| Last result | Celtic 3-1 Dunfermline (2026-05-23) |
How will Grant's signing impact Celtic's season?
With Grant on board, Celtic will look to improve their set-piece record and close the gap on leaders Heart Of Midlothian. The team has a strong squad, with players like Arne Engels and Daizen Maeda capable of executing deadly set-plays. However, with Engels and Maeda linked with summer moves away, Celtic may need to find replacements for two players who have contributed significantly to both their open-play and set-piece goals.
