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Scottish Cup: Celtic boss praises Iheanacho after win over St Mirren

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By Seyi Babalola

Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has lavished praise on Kelechi Iheanacho following the Hoops’ victory against St Mirren.

Iheanacho was the hero as Celtic cruised into the Scottish Cup final with a sensational 6-2 victory against the Saints at Hampden Park on Sunday afternoon.

The Nigerian scored twice in extra time after entering as a substitute in the 83rd minute.

The first a superb header, and the second a brilliant shot from inside the box.

O’ Neil was delighted with how the striker impacted the game after his introduction.

“It was a tough afternoon, but there were some great goals, Kelechi Iheanacho coming on and doing brilliantly,” O’Neill was quoted by Celtic TV.