I watched Celtic beat Motherwell and noted a timely reminder, Jota reception and Rangers 'advantage'

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Celtic badly needed a response, and they delivered one.O’Neill revealed before kick-off that it had taken only “short reflection” to reaffirm his commitment, insisting he was “just as determined now as ever before” to continue in the dugout. Celtic did what they had to, but O’Neill and his players will be under no illusions that more searching examinations await.

There will inevitably be a period of adjustment as he regains match sharpness following such a lengthy absence, but his availability offers O’Neill another attacking option at a time when his side have been searching for greater consistency and cutting edge in the final third. If he can recapture the form that made him such an influential figure during his previous spell, Jota could become a valuable asset in O’Neill’s efforts to keep Celtic competitive on multiple fronts.

Tounekti delivers timely reminder of his talentFor all the criticism he has received, Sebastien Tounekti offered a timely reminder of his undoubted ability by producing an energetic attacking display. He offered a valuable outlet and while unable to get on the scoresheet, the winger’s contribution was an important reminder that his pace and technical ability can make him difficult to contain when he plays with confidence and conviction.Consistency remains the biggest challenge for a player still trying to establish himself at Celtic.