Celtic’s emphatic 3-1 triumph over RB Leipzig has been hailed by fans as one of the most electric nights under the Parkhead floodlights in recent memory.
Brendan Rodgers’ side now find themselves firmly in contention for a spot in the Champions League knockout stages.
A brace from Nicolas Kuhn and a clinical finish from Reo Hatate secured their second victory in four group stage matches, sending the home crowd into raptures.
Yet the evening held an extra layer of significance for centre-back Cameron Carter-Vickers. The American defender enjoyed a poignant reunion with former Tottenham teammate and Parkhead favourite, Victor Wanyama.
As the players headed for the tunnel at half-time, Carter-Vickers shared a heartfelt embrace with Wanyama, a player fondly remembered by Celtic supporters for his two-year spell at the club.
The Kenyan midfielder, who famously scored in Celtic’s historic 2-1 win over Barcelona in 2012, was back on the pitch to oversee the club’s half-time Paradise Windfall draw.
Before stepping out in front of the adoring crowd, Wanyama exchanged a warm handshake with Carter-Vickers.
The pair’s connection dates back to their time at Spurs, where they were teammates for four seasons after Wanyama’s £11 million move from Southampton in 2016. During that time, Wanyama made 97 appearances, scoring seven goals.
Carter-Vickers, meanwhile, had a more fleeting stint in North London, making just four senior appearances before embarking on a series of loan moves in the Championship.
His career took a decisive turn when he joined Celtic on loan in 2021, a move made permanent the following year.
His resilience and leadership at the back are proving vital as the Hoops aim to make their mark on Europe’s grandest stage.
Despite struggling with injuries in recent seasons, Carter-Vickers has returned to form, playing a crucial role in Celtic’s current run of four consecutive victories across all competitions.