Benjamin Nygren is Celtic's Player of the Year

The Swedish striker has been instrumental in keeping Celtic in the title race this season.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Benjamin Nygren, Celtic's 24-year-old Swedish striker, has been in sensational form this season, scoring 19 goals and providing 7 assists in 49 games across all competitions. His 26 goal contributions make him the club's most valuable asset, and his goal-scoring exploits have been crucial in keeping Celtic in the title race. Despite some reservations from supporters, the stats prove Nygren's importance, with his goal-scoring ratio and ability to score decisive goals in tight matches highlighting his immense value to the team.

Why it matters

Nygren's performances this season have been a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing campaign for Celtic. With the club struggling to keep pace with their rivals, Nygren's goals and assists have been instrumental in keeping them in contention. His form has drawn praise from former Sweden international Anders Limpar, who has highlighted Nygren's versatility and potential despite the intense competition for places in the Swedish national team.

The details

Nygren has scored 19 goals and provided 7 assists in 49 games this season, making him Celtic's top scorer and most productive player. His goal-scoring contributions have included decisive strikes in tight away games against Falkirk and Kilmarnock, as well as the winner in the recent 1-0 victory over Aberdeen. Nygren has also made an impact in Europe, scoring 4 goals in the Europa League. Despite some reservations from supporters, the stats prove Nygren's importance, with his goal-scoring ratio of 1.23 minutes per goal second only to Motherwell's Tawanda Maswanhise in the league.

  • Nygren scored the winner in Celtic's 1-0 victory over Aberdeen on March 4, 2026.
  • Nygren has scored 19 goals and provided 7 assists in 49 games across all competitions this season.

The players

Benjamin Nygren

A 24-year-old Swedish striker who joined Celtic in the summer for £2 million from Nordsjaelland. He has been Celtic's most productive player this season, scoring 19 goals and providing 7 assists in 49 games.

Anders Limpar

A former Sweden international midfielder who has praised Nygren's performances and versatility this season.

Tawanda Maswanhise

A striker for Motherwell who has scored more goals than Nygren in the Scottish Premiership this season.

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What they’re saying

“Obviously, Nygren moved from FC Nordsjaelland to Celtic and he has done so well scoring a lot of goals. I have seen him play many times for Sweden as well and he is fantastic.”

— Anders Limpar, Former Sweden international midfielder (The Celtic Star)

“He is not as good as Isak or Gyokeres to play up front, and he is not as good as Forsberg, Elanga or Kulusewski to be in the starting eleven, but he is a hell of a player. When he plays, he is always creating so many chances and when he plays for Sweden he plays up front.”

— Anders Limpar, Former Sweden international midfielder (The Celtic Star)

“He is a hell of a prospect but it is a shame for him he is playing in a golden generation for the Swedish national team, because he is not among the best eleven, but on the other hand with his performances for Celtic it will be tough to keep him out.”

— Anders Limpar, Former Sweden international midfielder (The Celtic Star)

What’s next

Nygren will be looking to add a goal against Rangers to his resume when the two teams meet this weekend.

The takeaway

Benjamin Nygren's goal-scoring exploits this season have been a rare bright spot for Celtic, keeping them in the title race despite an otherwise disappointing campaign. His 26 goal contributions make him the club's most valuable asset, and his ability to score decisive goals in tight matches highlights his immense importance to the team.