The intensity of the Inverness defensive approach was such that they barely crossed the halfway line. In searing heat, it was reasonable to assume Inverness may wilt.

Inverness, who finished sixth in the second tier, went on to defeat Livingston, Kilmarnock and Falkirk.Ĭeltic dominated the opening exchanges without creating anything of note. Queen’s Park defeated Inverness at the last 32 stage but were ejected from the competition for fielding an ineligible player.

It has also come with a touch of fortune. This cup run has been transformative for the finances of Inverness. Jota pounced in stoppage time to allow the scoreline a more appropriate reflection of the game. There was also the underlying awareness that Inverness lacked the quality to punish slack moments in Celtic’s play, until the late goal which injected life into a pretty flat occasion. Postecoglou’s celebrations were not exactly wild either. Celtic’s supporters, perhaps unsure how to handle the supposedly imminent departure of a manager they adore, were noticeably subdued. The game will not live long in anybody’s memory.

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