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Celtic extend lead at top of the table

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Celtic 4 - 0 Motherwell Celtic maintained their composure despite a shaky start to secure a commanding 4-0 victory over Motherwell in the Scottish Premiership. Author - Sean M Following a frustrating draw at Dundee United on Sunday, the league leaders took time to find their rhythm. The breakthrough came just before the half-time whistle when a collision between Aston Oxborough and Hyunjun Yang earned Celtic a penalty. Arne Engels coolly converted, slotting the ball into the bottom-left corner as the Motherwell goalkeeper dived the wrong way. Celtic had the better chances in the first half, with Daizen Maeda’s effort blocked by Oxborough. The Motherwell keeper also had a nervy moment when he nearly turned the ball into his own net, but managed to clear it with the help of his defence. Early in the second half, Celtic survived a scare when Tony Watt inadvertently blocked Tawanda Maswanhise’s shot on Kasper Schmeichel ’s goalline, deflecting it behind. The hosts doubled their lead so...

Scotland: Motherwell and Ross County play out dull draw

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Motherwell 0 - 0 Ross County Motherwell and Ross County couldn't be separated on the opening day of the new season, ending in a goalless draw at Fir Park. The home side had several chances, but either missed the target or were thwarted by goalkeeper Ross Laidlaw. Academy graduate Ewan Wilson came closest to scoring five minutes from the end, but his powerful shot was tipped away by Laidlaw. Ross County, buoyed by their relegation play-off win in May, struggled to create significant chances and were likely happier with the point. The first real opportunity came after 20 minutes and should have resulted in a goal. Zach Robinson dispossessed Will Nightingale near the halfway line but shot wide when one-on-one with the keeper. Motherwell's next chance tested Laidlaw. A clever chip found Wilson, who cut the ball back to Moses Ebiye, but his close-range shot was brilliantly saved by Laidlaw. Keeping a clean sheet on his first Premiership appearance 🧤 pic.twitter.com/Ws3m8nYAk...

Scotland: Celtic thrash Motherwell in League Cup

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Motherwell 0 -  4 Celtic It was a very comfortable night for Celtic. Celtic cruised through to the semi-finals of the Scottish League Cup and a meeting with Kilmarnock after Liel Abada's double helped them thrash Motherwell. Abada tapped home Greg Taylor's cross moments before the break, and then stuck a side-foot volley past goalkeeper Liam Kelly after it. The Israeli winger then turned provider for Reo Hatate, before his shot off a post fell to Kyogo Furuhashi to tap home Celtic's fourth, as they eased into the last four. Ange Postecoglou's side will face Kilmarnock at Hampden on the weekend of 14-15 January. They are seeking a seventh League Cup success in nine seasons. Rangers will meet Aberdeen in the other semi-final. The Ibrox club had a nervy evening but progressed 1-0 against Dundee.  Fan reaction  One Celtic fan told us: "Regardless of who we have played, ten goals in two games is a great achievement. Onwards!" Another tweeted: "Too strong for t...

Reaction from Scotland: Motherwell 0 - 2 Celtic

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Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou hailed his side's total control as they made it back-to-back away wins at Motherwell. Postecoglou told the media: "Both goals were great. The first one was a fantastic ball by Tom Rogic and Dave Turnbull has got that in his locker, he can put one in the top corner. "I hope we are more settled now. We were able to put on three players that can make an impact." You can watch and listen to the manager's reaction by watching the video below. Celtic fans can also read more about their club by clicking here.  Social media chat Celtic's Kyogo Furuhashi tweeted: "+3! Great victory and collective performance today! Thanks all for your support!" Jota then added on the same platform: "I think we are just getting to know each other very well and that pass and the play was a demonstration of that." 🎙️ "I think we are just getting to know each other very well and that pass and the play was a demonstration of th...