Celtic's Daizen Maeda has been cleared to play against Bayern Munich in the upcoming Champions League play-off first leg after successfully appealing a two-match ban. The Japanese winger was initially suspended for kicking out at an opponent during Celtic's victory over Young Boys, which caused him to miss the subsequent defeat at Aston Villa.

The club lodged an appeal against the ban, and the decision to reduce it was announced on Monday evening, much to the relief of Celtic fans. Maeda, 27, has been in stellar form this season, netting 21 goals, including a hat-trick in Saturday's Scottish Cup win over Raith Rovers. His recent performances have been pivotal for Celtic, and his availability for the Bayern Munich clash is a significant boost.

Maeda's goal-scoring prowess has been on full display in recent matches, with six goals in his last three appearances. His ability to perform on the big stage will be crucial as Celtic aim to make an impact in the Champions League. The play-off against Bayern Munich is set to be a challenging encounter, but with Maeda in the squad, Celtic fans can remain optimistic.

Key Points:

• Daizen Maeda's ban reduced after a successful appeal.
• Maeda has scored 21 goals this season, including a recent hat-trick.
• Celtic face Bayern Munich in the Champions League play-off.
• Maeda's recent form is a major asset for Celtic.

As the match approaches, all eyes will be on Maeda to see if he can continue his goal-scoring streak and help Celtic secure a positive result against the German giants.