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The Digest:

Brendan Rodgers has resigned as manager of Scottish giants Celtic with immediate effect, following a poor start to the season that saw the team fall eight points behind in the Scottish Premiership. The club confirmed his departure on Monday, announcing that former manager Martin O’Neill and ex-player Shaun Maloney will take temporary charge.

Key Points:
  • Brendan Rodgers resigns as Celtic manager after a 3-1 defeat to Hearts.
  • The club is eight points behind in the Scottish Premiership after a slow start.
  • Former manager Martin O’Neill and Shaun Maloney were appointed as interim coaches.
  • Rodgers won back-to-back league titles in both his spells with the club.
  • Tensions arose over transfer policy, with Rodgers criticizing the squad's quality.
  • Main shareholder Dermot Desmond denied claims of inadequate backing.
  • Celtic was recently knocked out of the Champions League by Kairat Almaty.
Rodgers leaves behind a legacy of domestic dominance but departs amid growing friction and fading fortunes, marking a sudden close to his celebrated second stint at Celtic Park.

Sources: Celtic FC Statement, Goal