Daizen Maeda struck the equalizer and Japanese compatriot Kyogo Furuhashi headed in the winner as the duo helped power Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic in a 4-1 home win over Hearts on Saturday.
Daizen Maeda equalizes for Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic during their 4-1 win over Hearts in Glasgow, Scotland on May 7, 2022. (For editorial use only)(Kyodo)
Trailing 1-0 on the half-hour mark at Parkhead, manager Ange Postecoglou’s former charge at Yokohama F Marinos, Maeda, put in a cross from the right.
Seven minutes later, Furuhashi put Celtic ahead for good by heading in his 10th goal of the season.
Kyogo Furuhashi (front L) scores with a header for Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic during their 4-1 win over Hearts in Glasgow, Scotland on May 7, 2022. (For editorial use only)(Kyodo)
A loss or draw for second-placed Rangers on Sunday against Dundee United, would clinch Celtic’s second straight league title.
Kyogo Furuhashi (R) celebrates with teammate Jota after scoring for Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic during their 4-1 win over Hearts in Glasgow, Scotland on May 7, 2022. (For editorial use only)(Kyodo)
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