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Following a pulsating 3-1 victory for Celtic over Rangers at Parkhead, former Hoops striker Chris Sutton has labeled Daizen Maeda the undisputed best in his position in the Scottish Premiership. In a match that swung the title race back toward the East End of Glasgow, Maeda’s relentless energy and clinical finishing proved to be the difference.
Despite falling behind early to a Mikey Moore opener, Celtic roared back, with Maeda spearheading the charge. The Japanese international turned the game on its head in the second half, scoring twice in three minutes. His second goal—a stunning, looping overhead kick—left 60,000 fans in raptures and the Rangers defense in tatters.
”There is no one in this league who can do what Maeda does,” Sutton declared. “His work rate is legendary, but his technical quality today was on another level. That bicycle kick was world-class. When it comes to high-intensity wide players, he is the benchmark in Scotland.”
Maeda’s brace not only secured Celtic’s first league win over their rivals since 2024 but also moved Martin O’Neill’s side to within a point of league leaders Hearts. With the title now potentially decided on the final day, Maeda has once again proven to be Celtic’s man for the big occasion.
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