Harambee Stars striker Jonah Ayunga found the back of the net for St Mirren as they held Scottish Premiership champions Celtic to a 1-1 draw on the final matchday of the top-six split.Follow Our WhatsApp Channel For More News Despite a spirited performance, the result was not enough to secure European qualification for the Paisley club.Ayunga gave St Mirren a 51st-minute lead, capitalising on a loose ball from a set-piece to fire low into the bottom corner—his fourth goal of the season.##NAJAVA_MECA_8931513##The strike had St Mirren dreaming of a rare victory at Celtic Park and a potential place in the UEFA Europa Conference League, only their second win at the venue in 38 visits.For a moment, it looked like Ayunga’s goal might be enough.However, Celtic substitute James Forrest, introduced in the 55th minute to rapturous applause and banners in his honour, delivered a late equaliser.Rising Stars’ AFCON U20 top scorer reveals why he wears jersey number 14The veteran winger slotted home at the near post in the final moments to salvage a point and cap off his 26th career trophy win with the club, surpassing the legendary Bobby Lennox.St Mirren’s European hopes had already started to slip before Forrest’s goal, as Dundee United came from behind to beat Aberdeen 2-1.That result meant St Mirren could not leapfrog them into fifth, even with a win.Rising Stars’ AFCON U20 top scorer reveals why he wears jersey number 14Stephen Robinson’s side were composed, disciplined, and hard to break down throughout the match.Goalkeeper Zach Hemming stood firm behind a resolute back line, with Celtic’s attacking trio of Forrest, Yang Hyun-Jun, and Luke McCowan unable to fully unlock the St Mirren defence.Despite the heartbreak of missing out on Europe, St Mirren finish the season unbeaten in their post-split fixtures, taking nine points from a possible 15.It is another top-six finish in what has been a terrific campaign, with fans proud of the team’s organisation, resilience, and style of play.TACTICAL ANALYSIS: How 19-year-old rookie secured victory for Sharks against KCBAyunga ends the season with four goals and four assists, a strong return for the 26-year-old forward who continues to grow in stature at club and international level.
