Focus on Youth

Celtic reach Youth Cup final

Sunday, 01 April 2012

Scottish FA Youth Cup semi-final 2011/12

St Mirren 1-4 Celtic

St Mirren Park, Paisley

Smith 22; Watt 36, 42, Herron 73, F. Twardzik 86

Celtic Under-19s came from behind to defeat St Mirren 4-1 and claim a place in this season's Scottish FA Youth Cup final.

Jack Smith put the Buddies ahead after 22 minutes but a Tony Watt brace gave Celtic the advantage going into half time.

John Herron added a third on 73 minutes and Filip Twardzik wrapped up the win with four minutes left on the clock.

The SPL Under-19 champions will take on Dundee United or Queen of the South in this year's final.