Celtic emerged 2-0 victors in their Scottish Cup round of 16 tie with St Mirren.
The Hoops are keen to defend the cup they won last year, amid grumbles within the ranks. And a slow start in which the Buddies kept them camped in their own half did little to ease the moans.
One cutting pass proved enough to find the breakthrough despite a sluggish start. A sumptuous pass from Callum McGregor to Luis Palma allowed the Honduran to tee up Kyogo for a first-time finish, aided by a deflection off Charles Dunne.
Saints were having more of the ball than usual against Celtic, with boss Brendan Rodgers dropping a midfielder for an additional forward.
Alex Gogic cracked the bar and had an overhead kick saved for the hosts before Adam Idah and Daizen Maeda almost found the target before half-time. The goal arguably came against the run of play and Rodgers would have known an upping of the tempo would be needed.
They got their all-important second seven minutes into the half. Palma teased another dangerous ball across goal, with Matt O'Riley's effort cracking off the post and into the path of Maeda to tap home.
Here's how Glasgow World rated the Celtic players against St Mirren.
5. Alexandro Bernabei - 6/10
Got forward plenty but left plenty of space at the back. But overall an improved display from trips to Aberdeen and Hibs. | SNS Group
6. Callum McGregor - 7/10
An outstanding pass cut St Mirren wide open and paved the path to an early opener. Influence slowly grew. | SNS Group
7. Matt O’Riley - 6/10
Not really part of the first half but one burst into the box was enough to make a telling difference after half-time. | Getty Images
8. Luis Palma - 7/10
Set on his way by McGregor for the opener and did his bit, getting to the touchline constantly to create chances. Pivotal in the second and unlocked by Rodgers' 4-4-2. | SNS Group