Overview
- Yang Hyun-jun, Arne Engels, Benjamin Nygren and Daizen Maeda scored in a commanding win at Celtic Park.
- The result moved Celtic back into second place in the Premiership, three points behind leaders Hearts.
- Celtic recorded their first clean sheet since Nancy’s spell, reversing a run that had seen 18 goals conceded without a shutout.
- Martin O’Neill reverted to a back four and changed personnel, starting Bournemouth loanee Julian Araujo with Liam Scales alongside Auston Trusty and reviving Kieran Tierney on the left.
- Celtic dominated possession at around 78% and limited Dundee United to few chances, as supporters voiced frustration at the board and O’Neill signaled the need for January reinforcements, notably a striker and defensive cover.