Celtic HubCeltic forward Daizen Maeda has warned Japan about his teammate Benjamin Nygren ahead of their World Cup clash with Sweden. Maeda and Nygren are set to go head-to-head on Friday.
What did Maeda say?
Maeda confirmed there has been no contact between the pair in the build-up and insisted any pleasantries will wait until after the final whistle.
Why is Nygren a threat?
The Japanese forward was quick to highlight the threat Nygren poses, despite Sweden's attacking options elsewhere. “He’s a skilful player and really excels at scoring goals,” Maeda added.
Current context
As of June 28, 2026, Celtic is in 3rd place in the Premiership with 67 points, having won their last 5 games, including a 3-1 win against Dunfermline on May 23, 2026. Their recent form is:
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 3rd in Premiership |
| Points | 67 |
| Recent form | 5W-0D-0L |
| Last result | Celtic 3-1 Dunfermline |
Both Maeda and Nygren played a key role in Celtic retaining their Scottish Premiership title, with the duo scoring in the final week of the season.
