JAMES FORREST was Celtic’s match winner over St Mirren on Wednesday. The 29-year-old scored a rare headed goal over the Saints in Paisley as Celtic closed the gap on Rangers to just three points. However, as soon as the game finished up, he was immediately looking forward to facing his brother Alan on Saturday.
Speaking to the Celtic website, Forrest revealed his excitement to be facing his brother as Celtic look to go top of the league – at least until Sunday.
“I think Livingston will be a hard game as well. I’ve watched a few of their games this season. We’re looking forward to getting back to Celtic Park and trying to close the gap even further.
“It’s the first season my brother’s played in the SPFL and when that fixture came out we were hoping fans would be back so the family could go. It’s a good occasion and hopefully, we get on top. It’s never happened in our careers and the family will be hoping we both do well, but I hope Celtic get the win anyway.”
The game will be the first time that the long-serving Celtic midfielder will face his 24-year-old brother, who recently moved from Ayr United to Livi. In 7 appearances, Forrest (the younger) has scored once.
Livi have been a thorn in Celtic’s side in the past, usually coming at the Tony Macaroni Arena. Celtic will need to be on the top of their game if they are to get a strong win and go top of the league.
