Celtic are running on fumes, but can they somehow stumble over the finish line in the Scottish Premiership title race? The defending champions find themselves in a precarious position, sitting third in the table and three points behind leaders Hearts with just five games remaining. The run-in includes massive home fixtures against both Hearts and Rangers, setting the stage for a dramatic finale.

This turbulent season has seen the club cycle through three different managers. It began with Brendan Rodgers at the helm, took a disastrous turn during an eight-game stint under Wilfried Nancy that featured six losses, and will now end with club legend Martin O’Neill back for a second interim spell to steady the ship.

While results have improved under O’Neill, the performances have been a grind. Only one of their last six league victories has been by more than a single goal, highlighting the team's struggle for fluency and dominance. This has led some supporters to question the team's coaching and overall direction.

However, as Paul John Dykes of the A Celtic State of Mind Podcast noted, the criticism might be overlooking the root cause. "Celtic are playing like a team that have had three managers," Dykes explained, pointing to the inherent dysfunction of such a chaotic campaign. He suggests that several key players, who may have reached the end of their cycle, are now "running on fumes," impacting the squad's overall energy and sharpness on the pitch.

The coming weeks are a pure test of resilience. With the title still within reach, Celtic must dig deep and find a way to harness their experience and grit. The upcoming clashes at Celtic Park will be decisive, determining whether this season of turmoil ends in glory or disappointment. For the fans and the team, it's all about finding enough in the tank for one final, title-deciding push.