Celtic surge after Maeda’s overhead stuns Rangers
SFA chief Willie Collum faces a shortage for appointing a referee for Celtic v Hearts, with Don Robertson, David Dickinson and Steven McLean seen as unlikely options after recent controversies.
Celtic overturn an early deficit to win 3-1, ending Rangers’ long unbeaten run at Parkhead when scoring first and raising questions over Danny Rohl’s future.
Neil Lennon says Chris Sutton was out of order over a James Tavernier jibe, insisting the Rangers captain has carried them in big games and would still make his team.
After Celtic’s 3-1 derby win, the Hoops’ social account mocked a Rangers ‘Away Days’ post with ‘Paradise on your mind’. Rangers later deleted the post amid fan backlash.
Daizen Maeda’s ‘genius’ overhead kick seals Celtic’s 3-1 Old Firm win, keeping the champions a point behind Hearts with two Premiership games left.
Andy Halliday defends Nick Walsh over Celtic’s equaliser, says Jack Butland’s view was clear, but condemns VAR for not sending off Alistair Johnston for a high tackle on Mikey Moore in the 3-1 win.
Celtic come from behind to beat Rangers 3-1, putting the champions in control of their title destiny with two games to go. O’Neill hails resilience, McGregor lauds Maeda’s double including an overhead kick.
Ex-Celtic record-setter Jack Aitchison recalls a debut goal at 16 in 2016, then loans and exit. He says Brendan Rodgers challenged his all-round game, a denied pre-season left him gutted, and he chose to leave.
Bookies move Motherwell’s Jens Berthel Askou to 3/1 favourite for next Celtic boss amid hints this derby could be Martin O’Neill’s last. Robbie Keane 7/2, Roberto Martinez 9/2, O’Neill 7/1 in the market.
Celtic’s derby comeback sparks a title push, while a separate opinion argues a fringe player who made only one pass must be offloaded, with Maeda not expected to depart.
Chris Sutton praises Kelechi Iheanacho’s awareness, vision and link play despite fitness concerns, noting his impact off the bench in Celtic’s Old Firm win.
Sky Sports prioritise Hearts v Falkirk live, with Motherwell v Celtic shown as goals only. The final-day Celtic v Hearts match will also be live, with Hearts one point ahead of Celtic.
Celtic loanee Johnny Kenny suffers a serious knee injury at Bolton after a six-goal streak and will miss the play-offs. Surgery could rule him out of pre-season and a chance to impress the next Celtic manager.
Liverpool reveal plans for a ‘Forever 20’ sculpture at Anfield in tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. The memorial features Jota’s 20 and Silva’s 30, with the unveiling date to be confirmed.
SFWA shortlists name Martin O’Neill for manager of the year alongside Derek McInnes, John McGlynn and Jens Berthel Askou. Player and young player awards feature Hearts, Motherwell and a Rangers loanee.
