In the aftermath of Celtic’s emphatic 3-0 victory over Hibernian on December 7, 2024, former Celtic star and current pundit Chris Sutton has not held back in his assessment of forward A. Idah’s performance this season. Despite the team’s overall success in the match, which saw goals from standouts including Kyogo Furuhashi, Sutton’s comments have brought to light concerns regarding Idah’s contributions on the pitch.
Celtic displayed an impressive array of attacking football at Celtic Park today, dominating possession and creating numerous chances against a struggling Hibernian side. However, amidst the celebrations of a vital three points in their Scottish Premiership campaign, Sutton took a moment to focus on Idah, who missed a crucial scoring opportunity that could have further widened the margin of victory for the Hoops.
Sutton’s criticism stems from a growing sense of disappointment regarding Idah’s performances throughout the season. “You can’t sugarcoat it; A. Idah has been poor,” Sutton remarked during his post-match analysis. “When you find yourself in a team like Celtic, opportunities are abundant, and it’s vital to capitalize on them. You need to be clinical, especially when we’re talking about a club with such high ambitions.”
Idah, who was expected to elevate his game following his transfer to Celtic, has found himself struggling to make his mark consistently. Observers had high hopes for the young forward, anticipating that he would complement Furuhashi’s dynamic playing style. However, with a series of missed chances and lackluster performances, fans and pundits alike have begun to question his place in manager Brendan Rodgers’ plans.
The atmosphere at Celtic Park was buoyant after the victory, with supporters cheering for their team and applauding their goals. Yet, Idah’s missed chance—a clear one-on-one that sailed wide of the target—left many in the crowd shaking their heads. Despite being in a prime position to score, Idah’s finish lacked conviction and composure, prompting Sutton to ask what has happened to the player who showed promise in prior seasons.
As Celtic continues to battle for the top spot in the league, every point and every goal is crucial. With competition fierce among forwards, pressure mounts on Idah to deliver. His teammates, including Furuhashi, have stepped up in key moments this season, but the same cannot be said for Idah, who now faces scrutiny from both fans and pundits.
Sutton concluded his remarks by urging Idah to rediscover his form. “He needs to refocus and remember why he came to Celtic in the first place. This club demands excellence, and players must rise to that occasion. It’s time for him to step up and show everyone what he’s capable of.”
With the winter transfer window approaching, Idah’s future at the club may be under review, and the upcoming matches will be crucial for him to prove his worth. The Celtic faithful remain hopeful that the talented forward can turn his season around, regain his confidence, and contribute effectively as they chase glory in domestic and European competitions. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Idah to see if he can shake off this spell of inconsistency and return to the form that once made him a promising prospect in Scottish football.
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