Celtic FC moved within three points of Scottish Premiership leaders Heart of Midlothian FC after a 2-1 win over Dundee FC at Celtic Park on Sunday. Yang Hyun-Jun opened the scoring in the eighth minute, converting a close-range effort after a scramble in the box. Celtic dominated the first half but failed to add to their lead, with several clear chances wasted. Dundee equalised after a VAR review by Matthew MacDermid prompted referee Steven McLean to award a penalty for handball; captain Simon Murray converted confidently. The visitors grew into the match, frustrating Celtic's attacks until the final stages. With time running out, substitute Kelechi Iheanacho struck a powerful left-footed shot past goalkeeper Jon McCracken to restore Celtic's lead. The goal sparked celebration among the home fans, while Dundee's frustration boiled over when Ryan Astley was sent off for a foul on Yang moments later. Celtic held on for the win despite not producing their best performance. The result leaves them two points behind second-placed Rangers FC, who were idle this weekend. Hearts had earlier dropped points in a draw with Livingston FC, opening the door for Celtic to stay in contention.
Kelechi Iheanacho didn't start, didn't dominate, but still decided the game — a reminder that impact off the bench can outweigh minutes on the clock. His late goal, a powerful left-footed strike, came in the 89th minute, proving that even diminished roles can deliver maximum damage. For a player often scrutinized for consistency, this moment offers more than just three points — it reasserts his value in tight fixtures. In a title race where every goal counts, Iheanacho may have just reignited his season.
