Celtic Star Maeda Nets Top Honors and Breaks Records

 




Daizen Maeda has captivated fans and pundits alike with his impressive performances for Celtic. The Japanese forward has netted 33 goals across all competitions, including 16 in the Scottish Premiership, and provided 10 assists.


Maeda's relentless pressing and tireless work ethic have earned him top honors, including the 2025 SPFA Player of the Year and Celtic's Players' Player of the Year awards. He has also equaled Henrik Larsson's record for goals in eight consecutive home starts, cementing his position as a key player for Celtic.


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Born in 1997 in Osaka, Japan, Maeda built his speed running barefoot in the mountains and overcame setbacks, including a year-long expulsion from his high school football team. He worked at a bakery and trained alone before pursuing his professional career, which has taken him from Japanese clubs to Celtic, where he has become a pivotal figure.

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