Iheanacho Sparks Celtic Europa League Revival with Key Goals

Kelechi Iheanacho has made an immediate impact at Celtic since joining as a free agent, scoring two goals and providing an assist in his first three appearances, including a crucial goal in a Europa League match against Crvena Zvezda. He replaced the underperforming Daizen Maeda at halftime in that game, bringing a needed focal point and physical presence to Celtic's attack, which significantly improved their performance and led to taking the lead. Legendary striker Gary Lineker praised Iheanacho as a natural finisher with great movement, predicting he will score many goals in the Scottish league. Manager Brendan Rodgers acknowledged Iheanacho's ability to hold the ball up and link play, highlighting his strong impact off the bench. Fans and former players have also lauded his composure and skill, with some expecting him to start ahead of Maeda in upcoming matches. Celtic's Europa League draw in Belgrade showcased Iheanacho's influence, providing optimism for the club's European campaign and attacking prospects.