Celtic Advances After Narrow 2-1 Victory Over Kilmarnock

Celtic secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Kilmarnock in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup, with Callum McGregor and Daizen Maeda scoring for the home side. Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Celtic allowed Kilmarnock to equalize just before halftime through Bobby Wales. Manager Brendan Rodgers expressed relief at the win, emphasizing the importance of progressing to the next round despite the missed opportunities. Kilmarnock's manager, Derek McInnes, praised his team's resilience and competitive spirit, especially given their injuries. The match also featured an early injury to Kilmarnock's goalkeeper Robby McCrorie, which added to the challenges faced by the visitors. Celtic's victory keeps them on track to defend their cup title as they continue to lead in the league.