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The Digest:

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho experienced both promise and frustration in his first Scottish Premiership start for Celtic, seeing a second-half goal disallowed by VAR as the champions dropped points in a 0-0 home draw with Hibernian. The match highlighted Celtic's ongoing finishing struggles despite dominant possession and numerous scoring opportunities.

Key Points:
  • Kelechi Iheanacho made his first Scottish Premiership start for Celtic against Hibernian
  • Super Eagles striker had a goal ruled out for offside following VAR review in the 67th minute
  • Iheanacho earlier hit the post in the first half and forced saves from the Hibernian goalkeeper
  • Celtic dominated possession but struggled with finishing throughout the match
  • The Nigerian striker was substituted minutes after a disallowed goal for a tactical change
  • Iheanacho previously contributed two goals and one assist in three appearances
  • Result continues Celtic's pattern of dropping points despite controlling games
This performance demonstrated Iheanacho's growing integration into Celtic's attack while underscoring the team's need for more clinical finishing in tight domestic matches.

Sources: Soccernet