What Martin O’Neill said about Kasper Hogh after starting out-of-form Celtic striker at Hibernian

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill defended his decision to start out-of-form striker Kasper Hogh against Hibernian, stating the forward showed positive signs of rediscovering his scoring form. Speaking to CelticPlayer, O'Neill acknowledged that Hogh's recent barren spell affected his confidence following an initial hat-trick against Kilmarnock. However, O'Neill backed the summer signing from Bodo/Glimt, expressing firm belief that the striker will score plenty of goals before the end of the season.

During the match at Easter Road, Hogh had multiple scoring opportunities, including a close-range effort saved by Hibernian goalkeeper Raphael Sallinger and a missed connection on a cross from Callum Osmand. Despite a difficult run since his club-record transfer, the manager reiterated patience as Hogh continues adjusting to life at Celtic.