Celtic FC edged Dundee FC 2-1 at Dens Park on Sunday, with Kelechi Iheanacho scoring the winning goal as a second-half substitute. The Nigeria international struck in the 82nd minute, converting Marcelo Saracchi's cross with a composed finish to secure the three points. Celtic had taken an earlier lead through Yang Hyun-Jun, but Simon Murray equalised for Dundee from the penalty spot in the 57th minute. Iheanacho's intervention marked a timely return to form after a run of fitness troubles, his first league goal since October's 3-2 win over Motherwell. His finish lifted Celtic to seven league goals this season across seven appearances. The victory keeps Celtic firmly in contention for the Scottish Premiership title. Former Dundee manager Tony Docherty, speaking on BBC Scotland, praised the impact made by the substitute. "Celtic have started to do what they were doing in the first half," Docherty said. "It's a great finish from Iheanacho."
Iheanacho's goal was more than just a late winner — it was proof that even in limited minutes, his instinct inside the box remains sharp. Coming off the bench after a prolonged fitness battle, he delivered when Celtic needed a moment of clarity. Tony Docherty didn't just call it a "great finish" — he highlighted the composure that has defined Iheanacho's best performances, even if they've been too few this season. For Celtic, his resurgence could be the difference in a tight title race.
