Former Celtic Striker Cillian Sheridan Declares Scottish Premiership Title Race Over
Cillian Sheridan, a former Celtic striker, has boldly declared that the Scottish Premiership title race is over, following Celtic’s hard-fought 1-0 win over Aberdeen at Pittodrie Stadium on Wednesday evening. Sheridan’s assertion may seem premature, but he believes that Celtic’s seven-point lead at the top of the table, coupled with their game in hand, makes it virtually impossible for their rivals to catch up.
Sheridan, who played 19 games for Celtic during his stint at the club, shared his thoughts on the BBC’s Scottish Football Podcast. “Is the title race over? I think it was over a few weeks ago, if not longer,” he said. “You could see within the first few weeks, and then in Europe, that Celtic are playing to a different level than the rest of the Premiership.”
Sheridan’s comments may have been influenced by Celtic’s impressive performance against Aberdeen, which saw them grind out a crucial win in difficult conditions. The match was played in freezing temperatures and strong winds, making it challenging for both teams to create scoring opportunities. However, Celtic’s resilience and determination ultimately paid off, as Reo Hatate’s late strike sealed the win for the Hoops.
Sheridan was full of praise for Celtic’s performance, highlighting the contributions of several key players. “The Aberdeen win is one that will bring all the cliches out — like having to dig in and that those games win you leagues,” he said. “But Reo Hatate’s goal was brilliant. It came from a bit of quality and a great pass from Greg Taylor.”
Sheridan also singled out Adam Idah, Cameron Carter-Vickers, and Greg Taylor for their impressive performances. “All the subs made a contribution,” he said. “Taylor made the goal, and Luke McCowan was also good when he came on. As was Adam Idah. That was a horrible game to play in for a lone striker, as the ball is coming up to you and the wind is blowing it everywhere.”
Celtic’s win over Aberdeen has sent a strong message to their rivals, demonstrating their ability to grind out results in difficult conditions. The Hoops’ seven-point lead at the top of the table, coupled with their game in hand, makes them strong favorites to win the title.
However, Sheridan’s declaration that the title race is over may be seen as premature by some. There are still several months left in the season, and Celtic’s rivals will be eager to close the gap and mount a challenge for the title.
Despite this, Sheridan’s comments reflect the growing sense of optimism among Celtic fans. The Hoops have been in impressive form this season, and their win over Aberdeen has only added to their momentum.
As the season progresses, Celtic will face several tough challenges, including matches against their arch-rivals Rangers and other top teams in the league. However, based on their current form, it’s difficult to see anyone catching them.
In conclusion, Cillian Sheridan’s declaration that the Scottish Premiership title race is over may be seen as bold, but it reflects the growing sense of optimism among Celtic fans. The Hoops’ impressive form and seven-point lead at the top of the table make them strong favorites to win the title.