Luke McCowan’s late goal in Celtic’s 4-1 win over Ross County marked a significant milestone for the league leaders, taking their tally of goals scored by substitutes to 13 in the Scottish Premiership this season.
That figure is more than any other team and shows the quality depth and versatility Brendan Rodgers has at his disposal. [BBC]
Shrewd additions, like McCowan, have enabled Celtic to have such a strong bench.
It was a game that tested Celtic’s resilience. Ross County pushed the champions all the way before the Hoops pulled away in the closing stages.
After Jordan White’s penalty brought Ross County level on the hour mark it looked like Celtic might drop points for only the fourth time this season. However, Kyogo Furuhashi’s second goal of the game in the 81st minute, coupled with a retaken penalty from Arne Engels and McCowan’s late strike, ensured the visitors extended their commanding lead at the top of the Premiership.
Celtic’s ability to call upon impact players from the bench has been a defining feature of their campaign. Whether it’s Kyogo’s predatory instincts or McCowan’s dynamism in attack, Rodgers has consistently turned to his substitutes to change the course of matches.
A few signings in January and Celtic will have one of the strongest squads in recent years.
