'A lot of people were looking for me to play well'
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Daizen Maeda was pleased to rise to the expectation on an "amazing" homecoming with Celtic despite the disappointment of defeat to former club Yokohama F Marinos.
The Japan forward shone in front of family and friends as he scored three times to help Celtic lead at the interval before they collapsed to a 6-4 loss.
“Obviously I used to play here so I was very excited to play against them,” Maeda told Celtic TV.
“It was nice to show how I play with Celtic in front of the Marinos supporters, so I was very pleased.
“I think a lot of people were looking for me to play well and I’m glad I could show how I perform with Celtic.
“Obviously we’re disappointed not to get the result but I’m pleased to get the three goals and pleased with my performance."
