By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Kelechi Iheanacho scored as Celtic secured a 3-1 victory over Dunfermline Athletic to lift the Scottish Cup at Hampden Park on Saturday.
Celtic dominated the early stages of the encounter, with Daizen Maeda opening the scoring in the 17th minute.
The Hoops maintained control and doubled their advantage nine minutes before halftime through Arne Engels.
Iheanacho came on for James Forrest in the 58th minute and made an instant impact, netting Celtic’s third goal 17 minutes from time.
The Nigerian forward ended the season with nine goals in 24 appearances across all competitions for the Bhoys.
Josh Cooper grabbed a late consolation goal for Dunfermline in the 80th minute.
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