Celtic’s Kelechi Iheanacho made a significant impact off the bench, scoring the winning goal shortly after his arrival. He came on in the 70th minute and scored to secure a 2-1 victory against Hibernian.
Before this match, Celtic faced pressure to perform. They were level on points with Hearts but had an inferior goal difference. The team needed a win to keep their title hopes alive.
Iheanacho’s goal marked his seventh for Celtic, with six of those coming as a substitute. His performance demonstrated his effectiveness when brought into matches late.
Key facts:
- Celtic is currently in second place in the Scottish Premiership.
- Hearts holds 73 points at the top of the table.
- The next match for Celtic is the ‘Old Firm’ derby against Rangers on Sunday.
- Celtic will face Hearts at Parkhead on the final day of the Premiership season.
Packie Bonner commented on Iheanacho’s impact, stating, “Iheanacho came off the bench and he’s a proven striker. The big problem for him is lasting a full game but what an impact he made.” This highlights his ability to change games even when not starting.
Celtic’s win over Hibs on May 3 moved them level with Hearts, creating an intense race for the title. Yet, Celtic’s European struggles could fade if they secure another Scottish league title.
Iheanacho joined Celtic in September 2025, and his contract ends in June with an option for a 12-month extension. His future at the club may depend on further performances like this one.
