Reo Hatate targets first Hampden goal in Scottish Cup semi-final

Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate is determined to score his first goal at Hampden Park in the upcoming Scottish Cup semi-final against St Johnstone, despite having played there nine times and winning eight of those matches since joining the club. Hatate, who has contributed significantly to Celtic's recent successes and has fond memories of lifting trophies at the national stadium, emphasized his desire to help the team reach another final and continue their pursuit of a domestic treble. He acknowledged the challenge posed by St Johnstone, who recently defeated Celtic in league play, cautioning that his team cannot afford complacency despite their strong league position. Hatate highlighted the importance of focusing on performance and preparation, noting that past success at Hampden does not guarantee future results. He also reflected on the satisfaction of winning the League Cup final this season against Rangers, describing it as his favorite memory at the venue. Celtic remain overwhelming favorites, but Hatate insists the team must work hard to avoid another upset.