James Forrest continues to shine as Celtic’s standout performer, securing a crucial double at Dens Park to help Brendan Rodgers’ side maintain their three-point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership table. As the title race heats up, Forrest’s timely goals have proven instrumental in keeping Celtic ahead in the final stretch of the season.

Amid debates surrounding Forrest’s playing time, Billy Dodds raised eyebrows with a curious statement about the winger’s tenure under Ange Postecoglou. While acknowledging Rodgers’ admiration for Forrest, Dodds hinted at a lack of recognition from Postecoglou during his time at the club, suggesting a rift between the two managers in utilizing the talented winger.

Delving deeper into the issue, Dodds pointed out that during Postecoglou’s reign, Celtic boasted a formidable lineup of wingers including Daizen Maeda, Jota, and Liel Abada, each offering stellar performances on the pitch. With impressive goal-scoring records and significant contributions, these players cemented their places in the starting eleven, leaving limited opportunities for Forrest to showcase his skills.

Dispelling the notion of Postecoglou’s disregard for Forrest, statistics reveal that the Australian manager fielded Forrest in 54 matches despite the abundance of quality wingers at his disposal. Postecoglou himself expressed keen interest in integrating Forrest into his plans, highlighting the winger’s importance to the team before injuries impeded his involvement.

Heading into the last four games of the season, Forrest’s impact for Celtic remains pivotal, with fans hopeful for more standout moments from the experienced winger as the title race approaches its climax.