Nigeria international Kelechi Iheanacho has expressed his delight after playing a decisive role in Celtic’s vital 2-1 triumph over Dundee at Dens Park on Sunday. The victory has provided a significant boost to the Hoops’ championship aspirations, keeping the Glasgow side firmly in contention at the business end of the Scottish Premiership season.
Iheanacho’s contribution proved to be the turning point of the afternoon after he was introduced as a second-half tactical substitute, replacing Tomas Cvancara in the 62nd minute. The forward made his presence felt just eight minutes before the final whistle, finding the back of the net to secure all three points for the visitors.
The strike marked a significant personal milestone for the former Premier League attacker, representing his fourth goal of the current campaign and his first competitive goal since early October. Reflecting on the collective effort required to break down a resilient Dundee defense, Iheanacho emphasized the squad’s mental fortitude during a post-match discussion with the club’s official media.
“It feels good to help the team to get the win today. We really showed character and we really worked hard today to get the win,” Iheanacho stated.
As the race for the domestic title intensifies, the resurgence of Iheanacho’s scoring form provides manager Martin O’Neill with a timely offensive weapon. The striker’s ability to influence the game from the bench underscores the depth within the Celtic roster as they continue to pressure the league leaders in the coming weeks.
