Brendan Rodgers resigns as Celtic manager after 3-1 loss to Hearts, eight points behind in Premiership.

Brendan Rodgers has resigned as Celtic manager following a 3-1 loss to Hearts, leaving the club eight points behind in the Scottish Premiership. The club confirmed his resignation with immediate effect, thanking him for two successful spells, including domestic trebles and an undefeated league season. Rodgers, who returned in June 2023, faced criticism over squad construction and a Champions League exit to Kairat Almaty. Principal shareholder Dermot Desmond disputed Rodgers’ public claims of lack of support, stating all transfers were approved and a new contract was under consideration. In the interim, Martin O’Neill and Shaun Maloney have been appointed to oversee first-team matters as Celtic begins the search for a permanent manager.