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Late Iheanacho Penalty as Celtic Win Amid Fans' Protest

Kelechi Iheanacho confidently took and scored the decisive penalty after a VAR decision, helping Celtic reclaim top spot despite fan protests against the club's board.

  • Celtic won 2-1 against Kilmarnock at Rugby Park on September 15, 2025, with Kelechi Iheanacho scoring a stoppage-time penalty to secure victory.
  • The match featured tension due to fan unrest, including a 12-minute boycott and 'SACK THE BOARD' banners displayed by away supporters protesting club leadership.
  • Daizen Maeda put Celtic ahead in the 56th minute with his second goal since April, but David Watson leveled for Killie with a header in the 83rd minute from a corner.
  • A VAR intervention led referee John Beaton to award a penalty after James Forrest's shot was ruled a handball by Lewis Mayo, which Iheanacho confidently converted in the 96th minute on his debut.
  • The victory propelled Celtic back into first place in the Scottish Premiership based on goal difference, with manager Brendan Rodgers praising Iheanacho's composure and highlighting the team's determination amid ongoing off-field challenges.
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