Kyogo Furuhashi Leads Celtic to Stellar Win | OneFootball

Celtic Continues Dominance with Decisive Win Over St Johnstone

Celtic’s momentum is unyielding as they secured their ninth consecutive victory across all competitions, this time against St Johnstone, setting the stage perfectly for their upcoming Champions League encounter with Borussia Dortmund. The Scottish Premiership champions displayed a clinical performance that keeps them neck and neck with Aberdeen at the summit, albeit leading by goal difference.

Seamless Execution on the Field

Despite an initial setback with Daizen Maeda’s first-half volley being disallowed due to a VAR decision over a foul, Celtic swiftly took control of the game. Kyogo Furuhashi’s relentless pace and precision paid dividends as he put the visitors ahead. The lead was further solidified by Paulo Bernardo who executed a stellar finish, capping off an excellent team move.

The first-half concluded with Furuhashi heading in his second, giving Celtic a comfortable lead. The second half saw continued dominance from Brendan Rodgers’ side, with Callum McGregor, Maeda, and substitute Adam Idah adding to the tally, showcasing Celtic’s depth and tactical flexibility.

Consistency in Performance

Celtic’s strategy remained robust as they dominated the game right from the kickoff. Unlike their previous clash with Falkirk, Celtic were proactive, seizing early opportunities and maintaining pressure which translated into multiple scoring opportunities. The defensive coordination led by Kasper Schmeichel, who remains unbeaten as a Premiership goalkeeper, contributed to a clean sheet reminiscent of Celtic’s 1906-07 season’s opening run.

The synergy between players like Greg Taylor and the substitutes Alex Valle and Luke McCowan emphasised Celtic’s adaptability and squad depth. The latter stages of the game saw an exquisite backheel pass from Valle to Idah, who scored, rounding off a night of superior footballing display.

Challenges Ahead for St Johnstone

On the flip side, St Johnstone continue their struggle in the Premiership, sitting just a point above the relegation zone. The early injury to Kyle Cameron compounded their difficulties, leaving them vulnerable and unable to withhold Celtic’s offensive onslaught. The caretaker manager, Andy Kirk, faces a tough road ahead with an upcoming match against Rangers before the international break.