Celtic restored their six point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership on Sunday afternoon when they beat St Johnstone 2-0, and after the match one of their goalscorers was the centre of attention on social media.
The Bhoys had to watch as their advantage at the summit was reduced earlier in the weekend, but there was no sign of them feeling the pressure, as they eased to a relatively routine victory to power clear at the head of the table once again.
Celtic have come back from the winter break in fine form, and laid down another marker in their bid to defend their title successfully when they made the trip to McDairmid Park.
Although the Bhoys were made to wait before they opened the scoring, rather than panic as they headed towards the final 10 minutes, they kept plugging away and got their reward when James Forrest finally put them ahead.
The points were wrapped up when new Celtic signing Timothy Weah doubled their advantage in the final minute, before some gloss was taken away from the win in injury time, as Kristoffer Ajer was dismissed for a second booking.
That came far too late for the Bhoys to surrender their advantage though, but could cause a minor concern for Brendan Rodgers moving forward with his defender now being suspended.
Weah had a major impact on the match. The USA international not only put the rubber stamp on proceedings, but it was him who set up the opening goal as well.
The PSG loanee has hit the ground running in Glasgow, and already looks like he could be a real difference maker for the Bhoys this term.
Celtic supporters certainly think that is the case, and Weah is already becoming one of their favourites, as many of them shared when they posted about him and his performance on social media.
Here are some of their messages:
Timothy Weah’s goal makingnational news in the UK today. We can’t afford him, but I’d wager that staying with us for a year or two would be more beneficial to his career than going back to PSG. #CelticFC #Weah
— Neil Roarty (@neilroarty) February 3, 2019
Tough game but a great result from @CelticFC today. As well as pace, skill and goals it's great to see Timo Weah's enthusiasm for the game. Hope Eddy, Forrest & Christie are ok. Tolijan looked good too, Onwards to Hibs game. Keep it up Bhoys #CelticFC
— The Aye Eye (@Ayeeye67) February 3, 2019
I keep saying to myself "Don't get attached to these loan players, they will only break your heart"
Paddy Roberts shattered it and as i pick up the pieces here come Timo Weah… i sense a sad end to this 😭😭💔 #CelticFC #TimoWeah— ⚒brendan quinn🍀☘ (@quinzo82) February 3, 2019
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Well played the day @CelticFC 2 cracking goals. Burke and Weah have been outstanding since coming into the squad #celtic #CelticFC
— Christopher Murphy (@CGM1985) February 3, 2019
Timo Weah, a class act at such a young age. Keeps going like this and he can become better than his father 👍🍀👍🇮🇪👍🍀👍#STJCEL#celticfc
— Dean Guild (@dean_guild) February 3, 2019
Weah has already proven to be the best incoming transfer throughout the league. #CelticFC
— Ua Rathghaille (@OSLOforEveryone) February 3, 2019
WEAH!! 😍😍 🇺🇸 #STJCEL #CelticFC
— Conall McCourt (@Conall_Mcc) February 3, 2019
Emotionally drained, lost half the team, finished with 9 men but still won 👏🏻 a priceless victory to move us 6 clear 🍀 and Timo Weah you have stolen my heart already 😍💚🍀 #CelticFC #STJCEL @CelticFC
— olivia mcghie (@oliviarose18xx) February 3, 2019
Give PSG anything they want, they can have my first born if they want. Get the big cheque book out and get Weah to paradise permanently! #celticfc #STJCEL #timoweah
— Rachael (@Rachmagl) February 3, 2019
