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Celtic Triumph in Scottish Cup Showdown

In a display of sheer finesse and tactical acumen, Celtic overcame the robust challenge posed by St Mirren, clinching a coveted spot in the Scottish Cup quarter-finals.

Celtic’s Frontman Sparks Brilliance

Kyogo Furuhashi, reintegrated into the starting eleven, showcased his class with an exquisite goal that put Celtic ahead. Despite St Mirren’s initial dominance at their home ground in Paisley, it was the visitors who struck gold first.

Near Misses and Punishing Finishes

St Mirren’s own, Alex Gogic, came agonisingly close to equalising – twice. His efforts, however, were in vain as Daizen Maeda punctured the hosts’ hopes, driving in Celtic’s second goal, a testament to their ruthlessness in capitalising on St Mirren’s missed opportunities.

Continued Cup Dominance

Celtic’s Brendan Rodgers maintains his impeccable Scottish Cup record, in stark contrast to St Mirren’s prolonged yearning for triumph in the competition – a wait that extends yet another season.

Strategic Onset Vital for St Mirren

Stephen Robinson highlighted the strategic necessity of a vibrant onset – a lesson learned from a chilly reception in their January league encounter.

Initial Control Yields to Celtic Precision

St Mirren initially dictated the game’s rhythm, yet their efforts bore no fruit. Kyogo then struck with precision, threading the ball through the defence and past a blindsided Zach Hemming, setting the tone for Celtic’s offensive prowess.

Resilient Opposition, Stellar Defence

Despite the Japan international’s goal threat, it was St Mirren’s Gogic who nearly shifted the match’s tide. A thunderous strike against the crossbar followed by a daring overhead attempt showcased his determination, only to be thwarted by Joe Hart’s equally impressive goalkeeping.

St Mirren’s vitality seemed to wane in the second half, yet Maeda’s decisive strike, following a powerful attempt by Matt O’Riley, underscored Celtic’s relentless pursuit of victory.

Missed Opportunities for St Mirren

As the clock ticked, the need for a St Mirren resurgence was clear. Greg Kiltie, presented with a golden opportunity, unfortunately, let it slip away – a moment of potential turned into a sigh of what could have been.

Match’s Standout Performer

Stephen Welsh’s performance didn’t go unnoticed, earning him the accolade of Player of the Match and solidifying Celtic’s strength in depth.

With another Scottish Cup chapter written, Celtic’s resolve shines through, while St Mirren reflects on a battle well-fought but ultimately lost to the better side on the day.