Detailed player ratings for Celtic's 6-0 win over St Johnstone at McDiarmid Park...

Kasper Schmeichel – A bystander for the whole first half, the Denmark legend would have been enjoying the show put on by his outfield players. He would be called into action briefly following the restart, saving a shot from close range from Aaron Essel at his near post. A quiet night – that will likely not be the case on Tuesday. 7

Alistair Johnston – It was a welcomed sight to see the Canadian right-back in the team for this one, having suffered a slight back injury last week which kept him out of the Falkirk game, with the defender instantly making himself back at home with some surging runs. His forward passes – akin to a quarterback – caused St Johnstone so many problems, as he was finding fellow right-sided teammate Kuhn with ease. Brilliant going forward and solid when required on the opposite side, Johnston looked like he had never been away. 8

Auston Trusty – Trusted – pardon the pun – to be part of Celtic’s backline for the second game running, the American looked composed and ready for whatever St Johnstone were going to throw at him. Though the attacker was judged to be offside, he made a brilliant tackle to deny the Saints forward, who looked to be through on goal. He would be harshly penalised for Maeda’s goal thanks to the intervention of VAR, which ruled the strike out for a foul in the lead-up. A very steady showing from the American, who will be looking to be a starter even when his fellow countryman Cameron Carter-Vickers returns to the fold. An exciting addition to Celtic’s backline – with more to come from the USA international. 8

Liam Scales – The Irishman did not have much defending to do in this game, such was the attack-heavy direction that the game went. Apart from one slack pass in the first 45, he was spotless with the ball at his feet. In a game where the attackers will steal all of the headlines, Scales displayed further proof that he is deserving of his spot in the starting line-up more often than not. Time will tell who partners Carter-Vickers between Scales and Trusty – the main positive is that Celtic now have options in these areas. Solid as usual. 8

Greg Taylor – The left-back was heavily involved in all things positive for Celtic in this one, including a stunning ball to the head of Kyogo for his second of the match. What a season this man is having – you get the feeling a contract extension surely must be coming for the defender in the coming weeks. A very solid 45 minutes, he was taken off at half-time in place of Alex Valle. Fingers crossed his injury is nothing serious. 7

Callum McGregor – Quietly efficient from arguably Celtic’s best player this season, he patrolled his midfield well, linking up the play with precision and confidence. He would spark into life attacking-wise in the second half, contributing another goal from outside of the box that left Sinclair rooted to the spot. Coming off for Luke McCowan, the captain received a rapturous applause from the travelling supporters – and no wonder. The skipper is playing out of his skin. 8

Paulo Bernardo – Does this man know what a tap-in is, or how to do one? Two stunners in as many weeks for the Portugal midfielder, who put in another excellent performance for Celtic, in what has been a great start to the season for the summer signing. He would contribute after the restart, as his cross would find Maeda’s head, who finally got a goal for his troubles on the night. Brilliant from Bernardo – though this is the usual at this present moment in time. 8

Arne Engels – A quiet but solid showing from Celtic’s record-signing, the Belgian midfielder went about his business with class and solidity, despite not getting on the scoresheet or contributing an assist. Perhaps his highlight was a brilliant nutmeg on the break, which drew the appreciation from the away support at McDiarmid Park. Rested after 60 ahead of a big game on Tuesday in Germany. 7

Nicolas Kuhn – Andre Raymond will be having nightmares about Kuhn, that’s for sure. The German was having his way with the poor St Johnstone full-back, who was getting demolished in 1v1 scenarios for the duration. Kuhn’s trademark assist for the day came from his head, as his weighted touch found Kyogo, who scored his first with style. He would be involved in the second, again finding Kyogo before the Japan striker laid it off to Bernardo. Kuhn made it 13 goal contributions with his layoff to McGregor from a corner, as the winger underlined his importance to Celtic’s dynamic attack. A sublime showing from arguably the man of the moment. 9

Kyogo Furuhashi – Two away goals for the talismanic striker, Kyogo got back amongst the away strikes for the first time in nearly a year. His first would come in a 1v1 scenario, thanks to Kuhn’s header. He would then profit off of Taylor’s brilliant cross into the box, heading the ball past Sinclair into the back of the net. Much more like it from the forward, though he will no doubt feel Idah breathing down his neck after scoring in his third consecutive game. Food for thought for Brendan Rodgers, but great to see Kyogo scoring again. 9

Daizen Maeda – So unlucky to have his howitzer taken away from him due to the foul of Trusty, Maeda hit his strike with power and pace, leaving Sinclair in the St Johnstone goal with little chance of saving it. A performance full of endeavour, effort and running – the norm for Maeda – his hassling of the St Johnstone defence will not be forgotten about in a hurry. He would be rewarded late on with an eventual goal, heading in Bernardo’s cross with great precision. Make that five goals in all competitions – level with Kuhn – a great start to the season for the left-winger. 8

Subs

Alex Valle – Replacing Taylor at half-time, the Spain left-back contributed the most aesthetically pleasing touch of the game, which led to Celtic’s sixth goal on the night. After laying the ball off to fellow sub McCowan, Valle made his way into the box, where he backheeled the cross directly into the feet of Idah, who made no mistake. A solid showing otherwise, this moment of magic made it two assists in as many games for Valle. A worthwhile 45-minute runout. 7

Reo Hatate – Some nice touches here and there, but nothing really of note from the talented midfielder to write home about. Will be interesting to see if he starts on Tuesday. 3
Adam Idah – Scored his fourth goal in his last three games, profiting from an audacious backheel from fellow substitute Valle before converting cooly past the hapless Sinclair in the St Johnstone goal. That goalscoring duck has well and truly been broken, now it seems as if the floodgates have opened for the Irishman. Great to see. 5

James Forrest – Did not impact the game at McDiarmid Park like he has done in years gone by, but the contest was well over as a contest – no harm done. 2

Luke McCowan – Another impressive cameo showing from the former Dundee captain. McCowan was the initial architect of Idah’s goal – Celtic’s sixth – as it was his chip in the box that sent Valle on his way. More than worthy of his place in the Celtic squad at present, he’ll be hoping to get that first start soon for his boyhood club. 4