Celtic’s second goal was key on Sunday to make sure there were no late scares against a stubborn Raith Rovers side.
The Hoops were 1-0 up from the first half but were finding it difficult to get the second.
Giakoumakis got a well deserved goal, but we don’t believe enough credit is being given to Reo Hatate for his part in proceedings.
Check it out again if you haven’t rewatched; an inch perfect pass from the Japanese midfielder set Jota on his way.
🍀 @CelticFC find the second goal they were searching for!
Jota and Giorgos Giakoumakis combine 🔥 pic.twitter.com/tXoxjtywP2
— Premier Sports (@PremierSportsTV) February 13, 2022
Reo has shown his range of passing since coming to the club. He can carve open stubborn defences with a bit of magic and it was no different here. The midfielder has already become an important part of the team.
Before Sunday, Hatate hadn’t played a full 90 minutes for the club. Ange cited the fact Reo came in not long after the end of the Japanese season as a reason to be cautious over the player’s fitness. Reo managed to get a full 90 minutes in his legs on Sunday and looked the part.
Roll on Thursday!
