Overview
- Celtic beat St Mirren 1-0 at Celtic Park on Saturday, with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scoring in the first half and Anthony Ralston starting at right-back in the clean sheet.
- Ralston completed 87% of his passes and won 71% of his duels in his first start since January 3, a level that strengthens his case for Scotland’s World Cup squad.
- Injuries opened the door as Julián Araujo and 19-year-old Colby Donovan were ruled out, while manager Martin O’Neill said Alistair Johnston is training and close to a return.
- Football Insider reports Celtic will consider loan offers for Donovan this summer, and Ralston’s assured outing supports sending the youngster out to secure regular minutes.
- Football Insider previously reported the club would be open to Ralston leaving as he enters his final contract year, though this performance could factor into those plans.