The 25-year-old Danish striker, who arrived at Parkhead as the club’s record signing just weeks ago, needed little time to justify his £11 million price tag. From record signing to record-setting performanceThe performance validates a scouting operation that zeroed in on Hogh’s prolific record in Scandinavia. In league play alone, he managed 36 goals in 63 matches, a rate of better than a goal every two games. Celtic’s title defense gains early momentumCeltic entered the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership season with twin ambitions: defending their domestic title and making a genuine impact in the UEFA Champions League. What this means for Celtic’s seasonBorn on December 6, 2000, Hogh is entering what should be his peak years as a striker.