Celtic's manager, Martin O'Neill, is set to face his former captain, Neil Lennon, in the Scottish Cup final after the Hoops secured a thrilling 6-2 victory over St Mirren in the semi-finals. The match saw Celtic take an early 2-0 lead through goals from Daizen Maeda and Anthony Ralston, but St Mirren fought back with two goals from Mikael Mandron, including a dramatic equalizer in the 91st minute, sending the game into extra time. However, Celtic dominated the extra period, with Kelechi Iheanacho scoring a brace and Luke McCowan and Benjamin Nygren adding to the tally, ensuring a decisive win. The final, scheduled for May 23, will be an emotional encounter between two Celtic greats, O'Neill and Lennon, who had a long and successful working relationship in the past.
Lennon, now the manager of Dunfermline Athletic, expressed his honor and privilege in facing his former manager, while O'Neill praised Lennon's achievements, including his recent success with Dunfermline.