Former Celtic striker Charlie Nicholas has filleted Jota as he launched a bizarre rant on the winger over his Champions League display - and celebration against Real Madrid.

The Portugal attacker netted a stunning free-kick at the Bernabeu as a consolation in a 5-1 defeat in the Champions League group stage.

Jota then celebrated the special moment with the travelling Celtic support as emotion washed over his face. He later branded the goal and celebration as 'one of the best moments' of his life as his family watched from the stands.

But, Nicholas has hammered Jota over the celebration and his comments in the aftermath of the match.

He called the winger's performances into question and stated he wouldn't be surprised if Ange Postecoglou had spoken with Jota over his displays - as he claimed it's be no surprise if the Celtic boss was "slightly disappointed" with the fan favourite.

In his Scottish Daily Express column, Nicholas wrote: "Some pundits and supporters talked him up to star at the Champions League level, but I wasn't among them. Boss Ange Postecoglou may even have been slightly disappointed with him, although I accept his injury didn't help as Celtic crashed out in the group stage.

"He might have scored a late consolation goal in a 5-1 loss to Real Madrid in the Bernabeu. But I didn't like it when he said it was the best moment of his life. OK, he netted against Real - and I never got that opportunity. Not many people do! And, while I'm all for celebrating goals, it doesn't really matter when you are five down at the time.

"I would be shocked if Ange hasn't spoken to Jota about what he expects from him at Celtic. It is OK doing well domestically because that is what he is here for and why the Aussie manager bought him, but you need so much more at the top end in continental competition. I expected Jota to embrace and shine in the Champions League - but it didn't really happen for him.

Nicholas went on to demand that Jota "produce more" for Celtic and make good on his obvious potential.

He added: "Former Bhoys boss Gordon Strachan and a few pundits said he played really well in the first game against Real Madrid at home as the Spanish side left with a 3-0 victory. I did not as I don't believe he did enough when he had the ball. Celtic must get him to produce more. That is the question mark against him. There is no doubt the potential is there. He has to concentrate on returning to the form he showed in the first couple of months but manage it over a full season."

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