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David Irvine

Celtic player ratings in Champions League group stage win over Feyenoord

Joe Hart 8

Endured some seriously tough European nights at Celtic but was terrific against Feyenoord. Denied Giminez twice with smart stops. Relieved as Geertruida hit inside of post but couldn't prevent Minteh strike.

Alistair Johnston 7

Took a short period to get up to speed but then put in a fairly steady performance. Was dragged inside to allow Minteh free slam home leveller for Feyenoord but made up for it with tremendous goalline block in stoppage time.

Stephen Welsh 8

Perhaps a surprise inclusion but didn't look a bit out of sorts despite returning from injury. Colossal in defence and not afraid to step into the midfield to pinch the ball back when it was on. Subbed in latter stages after taking a knock.

Liam Scales 7

Has become a regular this season and was again assured at the heart of defence. Confidently carried the ball forward on occasion too. Won penalty for his side as he was blocked off in the box.

Greg Taylor 6

Everpresent in the Celtic defence and put in another consistent, if unspectacular, display at Parkhead. Tried to link up with Palma when 

Tomoki Iwata 5

Another serious blow for Celtic as Japanese midfielder trudged off injured within 20 minutes.

Callum McGregor 7

Forced to drop deeper as result of Iwata injury. Excellent block to deny certain Timber finish in first half. Then, clipped the crossbar with rasping effort in closing stages.

Matt O'Riley 7

Becoming a talismanic figure at Celtic. Total composure in midfield and produced stunning moment of magic to tee up Lagerbielke for last-gasp winner.

Luis Palma 7

Confident to demand the ball and drive at opposition from the off even if it didn't come off. Slotted home coolly from the spot and was unlucky to see second-half strike well turned round post by Bijlow.

Mikey Johnston 6

Handed another huge opportunity to impress. Showed glimpses of quality blended with less flattering moments. Definitely a player in there but not at his best on Champions League night.

Kyogo Furuhashi 6

Returned to the starting line-up on the European stage. Plenty of unselfish running and caused Feyenoord problems with incisive runs in behind. Fired straight at Bijlow with only real sight of goal.

Paulo Bernardo (for Iwata, 19) 6

Called upon for injured Iwata. Slightly affected rhythm in midfield but held his own.

James Forrest (for Johnston, 67) 3

An experienced head for the occasion but limited touches.

Oh Hyeon-gyu (for Kyogo, 67) 3

Brought more energy in forward areas but in truth had little involvement.

Gustaf Lagerbielke (for Welsh, 75) 6

Slotted into back four. Snatched victory with late header.

Mitchell Frame (for Palma, 75) 4

Teenager on for final 15 minutes and impressed in a lively cameo.

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