Dundee 1-2 Celtic: Kelechi Iheanacho keeps Hoops’ Scottish Premiership title hopes alive with late winner
Kelechi Iheanacho was Celtic’s hero as he climbed off the bench to keep their Premiership title hopes alive with a late winner at Dundee.
Martin O’Neill knew his side needed all three points at Dens Park to remain in the chase and Hyun-Jun Yang sent them on their way with an early opener.
They should have extended their lead with Tomas Cvancara missing two brilliant chances before Simon Murray pulled the hosts level after Colby Donovan’s handball.
Iheanacho replaced the on-loan forward and sparked wild celebrations when he sent Marcelo Saracchi’s cross into the net.
Dundee, who beat the Hoops at home earlier this season, were dealt a second blow with Ryan Astley sent off for a late challenge on Yang.
The win moves Celtic to within three points of Hearts after their draw at Livingston. Rangers remain in second, one point off the summit.
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Celtic cast off the Dundee hoodoo to strike first at Dens Park
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Simon Murray slotted home from the penalty spot to draw Dundee level
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Ryan Astley was sent off late on for Dundee