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Mark Pirie

Joe Hart offered firm Celtic defence by Micah Richards as he comes out swinging against 'too emotional' critics

Micah Richards has named Joe Hart as the key man in getting Celtic over the line in the title race.

Ange Postecoglou's men lead the Premiership by six points and would go nine points clear should they see off Rangers at Celtic Park.

And BBC pundit Richards reckons former Manchester City pal Hart is the man you need to claim the trophy.

The duo lifted the English Premier League together at the Etihad and he reckons he is exactly the man you want between the sticks during the run-in.

Richards told The Daily Mail: “ Joe Hart is just a brilliant character.

"Forget the footballer for a minute. If you ever want someone to be in the trenches with, it’s him.

“He works harder than everyone else. People talk about his natural ability but in the changing room he is one of the leaders. He’s one where standards don’t drop.

“There have been times where he’s been seen by some as, I don’t know… too emotional? But he’s not.

"He’s passionate. And he loves football.

“His experience going into the end of this title run-in for Celtic is going to be pivotal.”

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