Scott Brown praises Celtic’s unsung hero as Hoops close in on Hearts
Scott Brown praises Celtic’s unsung hero as Hoops close in on Hearts Scott Brown believes Yang is often overlooked following Celtic’s hard-earned 2-1 victory over Dundee yesterday afternoon… Celtic goalscorers Yang and Kelechi Iheanacho. Dundee v Celtic. Sunday 5 April 2026.
Photograph by Vagelis Georgariou Celtic claimed a 2-1 win at Dens Park, with goals from Yang and Kelechi Iheanacho sealing the result after Simon Murray had equalised from the penalty spot. The three points could prove significant in the context of the title race, as the Scottish Premiership intensifies heading into the final stretch of the season. Hearts dropped points in a 2-2 draw with Livingston, while the Ibrox club had already kept the pressure on with a 4-2 victory over Dundee United on Saturday.
Martin O’Neill waves the fans after Celtic’s 2-1 win at Dens Park. Dundee v Celtic. Sunday 5 April 2026.
Photograph by Vagelis Georgariou Ahead of the match, Martin O’Neill emphasised the importance of taking all three points and called on his players to deliver a complete performance, which couldn’t quite manage but it was a victory nonetheless. Now, Celtic icon Scott Brown has pointed to Yang’s contribution as a key factor to the Hoops’ first victory in the City of Discovery this season, highlighting his relentless pressing and constant movement throughout the game. The former Hoops skipper suggested the winger’s work often goes unnoticed, but insisted his effort and discipline make him one of Martin O’Neill’s most underrated performers.
Yang and Nygren combine to open the scoring. Celtic’s opener. Dundee v Celtic.