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Nigerian forward provides assist in 4-0 win setting up Rangers clash

Nigerian Iheanacho shines again as Celtic storm into Scottish Cup semis

Kelechi Iheanacho continued his strong start at Celtic with assist in their 4 - 0 victory over Partick Thistle in the Scottish League cup quarter final on Sunday.

Clinical Celtic seal semi final spot

Hyun Jun Yang opened the scoring in the 26 minute before Liam Scales doubled the lead two minutes later.

After the restart, Sebastian Tounekti combined with Iheanacho in sharp one two to slot home his first goal for the club. Substitute Luke McCowan completed the rout in the 79 minute.

The result sends Brendan Rodgers' side into the semi finals where they will face bitter rivals Rangers at Hampden Park on 1-2 November. The other tie will see Motherwell take on St Mirren.

Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers expressed delight with the performance noting his side showed improved fluency and tempo.

Iheanacho's early impact

The Super Eagles striker who netted late penalty against Kilmarnock on his debut showed further quality with his link up play.

Rodgers also praised his fitness calling him "one of the leanest players in the squad" despite limited minutes before arriving in Glasgow.