Manuel Meza

Manuel Meza Cienfuegos covers Celtic FC for Celtic Xtra. He is a bilingual sports writer with over five years of experience covering European and North American football for outlets including Athlon Sports, Sports Illustrated, FanSided, and Yardbarker.

Joined: January 25, 2026
Articles: 44

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain joins Celtic on short-term deal

Celtic have confirmed the short-term signing of a vastly experienced former Premier League and England midfielder.

Manuel Meza
February 7, 2026

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Celtic vs. Dundee: Injury list, suspensions & predicted XIs

Celtic host Dundee in the Scottish Cup fifth round this Saturday, Feb. 7. Both teams come in with key injury absences after advancing in the tournament.

Manuel Meza
February 6, 2026

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Celtic face Europa League registration dilemma

Celtic must make a ruthless Europa League call as UEFA rules allow only three of their five January signings to be registered.

Manuel Meza
February 5, 2026

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Andy Robertson poised for Liverpool extension but Celtic must keep an eye

Celtic must keep a close watch on a top Premier League left-back.

Manuel Meza
February 5, 2026

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Aberdeen vs Celtic: Injury list, suspensions & predicted XIs

Aberdeen host Celtic at Pittodrie Stadium on Wednesday, Feb. 4, for the Scottish Premiership’s matchday 25. The home side sits seventh in the league standings with 28 points after 24 matches, recording eight wins, four draws, and 12 defeats. Meanwhile,…

Manuel Meza
February 4, 2026

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Celtic set to announce third January signing after loan deal agreed

Celtic are set to announce their third signing of the January transfer window, finalizing a loan deal for a Bundesliga forward.

Manuel Meza
February 1, 2026

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Tomas Cvancara is exactly the kind of striker Celtic fans wanted

Tomas Cvancara is off to a flying start at Celtic, following up an assist on his debut at Hearts with a well-taken header on his first appearance at Celtic Park.