WHEN James Forrest was subbed off with 25 minutes to go in Celtic’s emphatic 6-1 win over Hibernian on Saturday, the 31-year-old could reflect on a productive afternoon. Not content with merely scoring a Premiership goal for the 14th year running, the winger went on to bag a hat-trick to bring his overall tally with the Glasgow club to 100.
It is a fine achievement for the Scotland internationalist, who serves as a walking example of what can be achieved during a lengthy stint at Parkhead. When the 31-year-old does go on to eventually hang up his boots, he will retire as one the most decorated players in Celtic’s history.
That longevity has served as an inspiration for the man that replaced Forrest on Saturday afternoon. Liel Abada, the Israel internationalist, was brought on for the remainder of the resounding victory over Hibs and although he had a shot or two himself, the 21-year-old was unable to get on the scoresheet himself.
