Scottish Football Podcast Sportsound: Reaction as Celtic strike late to beat St Mirren and Falkirk, Hibs, Motherwell and Rangers win
Nov 22, 2025
Dive into the thrilling Scottish Premiership action as pundits dissect Callum McGregor's nail-biting last-minute winner for Celtic. St Mirren's fierce resilience and missed opportunities take center stage, while tactical adjustments spark discussion around Maeda and substitutions. The league's shifting dynamics, highlighted by Hibs’ home win and Falkirk’s striking performance, set the tone for an intense season ahead. Controversies abound with VAR debates over critical calls and managerial perspectives from Celtic, Rangers, and Motherwell add further intrigue.
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Single Moment Decides Game
- Celtic won with a single late moment of individual brilliance rather than overall dominance.
- Callum McGregor's 94th-minute strike underlines how a single quality action can decide a match.
Effort vs. Final-Third Quality
- St Mirren matched Celtic for effort and structure but lacked final-third quality.
- Small margins and missed chances left them vulnerable to one moment of quality.
Practice Composure In The Final Third
- Avoid forcing strikes in the final third by tightening up through over-effort.
- Stay relaxed and composed in finishing practice to convert chances under pressure.