Daizen Maeda has developed an uncanny knack for delivering Celtic’s first goal of the year, achieving the feat in three consecutive years.
Maeda marked his Celtic debut in style, opening the scoring against Hibernian at Parkhead with a lightning-quick strike. His early goal showcased his sharp instincts and set the tone for a stellar career in green and white.
Fast forward a year, and Maeda delivered again – this time on the biggest stage, scoring Celtic’s opener against Rangers at Ibrox. It was a goal that silenced the home crowd.
Maeda completed his unique hat-trick with a goal just 54 seconds into Celtic’s New Year clash against St Mirren in Paisley. His blistering start proved crucial as the Hoops secured a dominant 3-0 victory.
As Celtic prepare to face Rangers at Ibrox this afternoon, fans are wondering: can Maeda extend his incredible streak? With his relentless pressing, sharp finishing, and knack for finding space, he is always a threat in the early stages of a match.
While replicating such a unique feat may seem improbable, Maeda has consistently shown his ability to rise to the occasion. A fourth consecutive New Year opener would only further cement his status as a fan favourite and a player for the big moments.
Beyond his goalscoring exploits at the turn of the year, Maeda’s contributions to Celtic cannot be overstated.
If history is any indication, Daizen Maeda could well be the man to break the deadlock at Ibrox. Should he achieve the feat again, his remarkable streak will take on an almost mythical quality.
He couldn’t, could he? As far as Celtic fans are concerned, all bets are on Maeda making it four in a row.
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