Brendan Rodgers Resigns as Celtic Manager Amid Season Struggles

October 28, 2025 – Celtic Football Club announced the immediate resignation of manager Brendan Rodgers on Monday evening, marking the end of his second tenure with the Scottish giants. The decision comes after a challenging start to the 2025-26 season, highlighted by a 3-1 defeat to Hearts, leaving Celtic eight points adrift in the Scottish Premiership.

Rodgers, who returned to Celtic in 2023, led the team to league titles in 2024 and 2025, along with domestic cup successes. However, recent struggles, including an early Champions League exit to Kairat Almaty and inconsistent league form, prompted the mutual parting. A club statement expressed gratitude for Rodgers’ contributions but confirmed his departure with immediate effect.

Former Celtic manager Martin O’Neill and ex-player Shaun Maloney have stepped in as interim co-managers to stabilize the squad. Celtic’s majority shareholder, Dermot Desmond, issued a statement acknowledging Rodgers’ past achievements while criticizing his recent conduct, citing a “toxic atmosphere” and disagreements over transfer policies.

The club has initiated the search for a permanent replacement, with further updates promised soon. This sudden managerial change underscores the pressure at Celtic to reclaim their domestic dominance, as the team navigates a critical juncture in the season.