Celtic Beat Hibernian 3-0 to Extend Premiership Lead
Despite defensive lapses and missed chances by Hibernian, Celtic capitalized to secure a nine-point lead at the top of the table.
- Celtic stretched their lead in the Scottish Premiership to nine points with a 3-0 victory over Hibernian at Parkhead.
- Hibernian created several clear chances but failed to convert, with Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel named man of the match for crucial saves.
- Arne Engels opened the scoring early, followed by an own goal from Hibs captain Joe Newell and a late finish by substitute Kyogo Furuhashi.
- Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers criticized his team's first-half defensive performance but praised their improved second-half control and attacking execution.
- Hibernian, now bottom of the table, showed promise in their attacking play but were undone by poor finishing and defensive errors.