Nigerian forward Kelechi Iheanacho maintained his exceptional scoring streak, playing a key role in Celtic‘s thrilling 3-2 comeback win against Motherwell.
Kelechi Iheanacho showcased his resurgence at Celtic by confidently converting a penalty in the 27th minute, marking the opening goal in a match filled with excitement and goals.
The Nigerian attacker, who joined the Scottish giants on a free transfer from Sevilla, has now netted three times in just five appearances across all competitions, underlining his growing influence at the club.
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This win was crucial for Celtic and especially for Iheanacho, whose goal arrived shortly after his unexpected exclusion from the Super Eagles’ 23-man squad for the critical 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Benin and Lesotho.
The Super Eagles have recently gained a reprieve thanks to a FIFA ruling against South Africa, which could make goal difference a decisive factor in qualification. Iheanacho’s current form suggests his inclusion could have been a valuable asset in this context.
At 28 years old, Iheanacho has already made a significant impact with three goals and one assist in six matches for Celtic, signaling to coach Eric Chelle that he remains a potent option for the national team.
Currently, Celtic trail Hearts by just two points in the title race and are set to face Dundee after the upcoming international break.