Celtic’s Johnny Kenny Aims for More Success After Scoring Brace in World’s Biggest Match
Johnny Kenny, the promising striker for Celtic, expressed his aspirations for continued success after scoring two goals in a recent match. The 22-year-old hopes his performance will give him momentum as he prepares for a crucial clash against city rivals Rangers this Sunday in the Premier Sports Cup semi-final.
Celtic’s Big Match Against Rangers
Kenny believes this upcoming fixture is the most significant in world football. With high stakes, he aims to maintain his position in the lineup following his impressive brace in the 4-0 Scottish Premiership victory against Falkirk. He recalls the impact of past successes, stating, “A few years ago, Adam Idah came in and scored a big goal against them in the Scottish Cup final. Hopefully, I can replicate something like that.”
Goals and Achievements This Season
- Kenny has scored three goals this season.
- His previous goal was in a 3-0 victory over Livingston in August.
- The brace against Falkirk marks a peak performance that he hopes to build on.
According to Kenny, a victory over Rangers would not only propel Celtic into another final but also serve as a significant statement for the team. “People will say we haven’t been great in the last few weeks, and this can be a marker put down by us,” he noted.
Changes at Celtic
Following the resignation of manager Brendan Rodgers, Kenny described the week as challenging. “It was disappointing… it’s the first time I’ve lost a manager in my career,” he reflected. Despite the upheaval, he acknowledges the profound influence Rodgers had on his development. “Brendan changed my life and changed my career. I’ll be forever grateful for that,” he added.
With the interim management of Martin O’Neill, the team is looking to adapt and move forward. Kenny aims to channel his recent success into a strong performance in what he deems a pivotal match this Sunday.
