The Celtic defender posted on Wednesday night: “Wow, what a feeling, man… so proud to be part of this team and make history again ❤️ Unbelievable night. Here we goooo.” It was short, emotional, and perfectly in tune with the mood of a nation still buzzing from Tuesday’s 4-2 win over Denmark at Hampden.
Tierney’s added-time strike, a thunderous effort into the top corner, will be replayed for years. It felt like the moment Scotland finally broke through. The fact it came from a player who has returned to Celtic and immediately reconnected with supporters only adds to its weight.
Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup – UEFA Qualifiers – Group C – Scotland v Denmark – Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain – November 18, 2025 Scotland’s Kieran Tierney celebrates scoring their third goal Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith
This international break has been a reminder of what Tierney brings to any team. Energy. Intensity. The kind of competitive fire that lifts those around him. Scotland got the benefit on Tuesday evening when he came on.
Tierney will return to Lennoxtown on Thursday as preparations begin for Saturday night’s SPFL trip to St Mirren.
The match doubles as a dress rehearsal for next month’s League Cup final against the same opposition.
Celtic need momentum as the season moves into a crucial phase, and having Tierney back in the building after such a high should give the squad an immediate lift.
The focus now shifts from Hampden to Paisley. Tierney delivered for his country in spectacular fashion. Celtic supporters will hope his surge of form carries straight into the weekend.
He and Kasper Schmeichel might share a friendly chat on the training ground after that game. Kasper still harbours hope of making it to the World Cup via the playoff spot, but his Celtic teammate made sure nothing is guaranteed.
