Celtic coach impressed by Iheanacho's impact
Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has suggested that Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho could be handed a starting role when the Hoops face Falkirk FC on Saturday evening at Celtic Park.
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has suggested that Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho could be handed a starting role when the Hoops face Falkirk FC on Saturday evening at Celtic Park.
Iheanacho, who joined Celtic as a free agent in September 2025, has rediscovered his form after overcoming early injury setbacks that disrupted what initially looked like a promising start to life in Glasgow.
The Nigerian international recently delivered a standout performance in Celtic’s Scottish Cup victory over St Mirren FC, netting a brace to secure the club’s progression to the final.
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Speaking ahead of the weekend fixture, O’Neill expressed his satisfaction with Iheanacho’s recent contributions and hinted strongly at the possibility of a starting berth.
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"In a serious moment, he's done really well. He's looking very, very strong," O’Neill said.
"And I think with the confidence now, and I think with us showing a serious trust in him now, I think he really wants to do it. And I think that's a lovely thing about it."
The Celtic boss also highlighted the forward’s technical quality and overall influence in recent weeks.
“He came on at Dundee, scored the goal probably at that stage in the proceedings, probably the only one that would have got us the goal at the time. He's followed that up there by scoring some goals, and took them brilliantly.”
The 29-year-old has scored six goals and provided one assist in 18 appearances across all competitions.
