Celtic Edges Hibernian in Dramatic Premiership Clash

EDINBURGH, Scotland (Interstat) — Celtic defeated Hibernian 2-1 in a Scottish Premiership match Sunday at Easter Road Stadium after a frantic two-goal sequence decided the contest.

Substitute Daizen Maeda put Celtic ahead in the 27th minute, but Hibernian’s Arne Engels leveled the score just a minute later. Celtic found the winner later in the second half to secure the road victory. The match was a physical affair, featuring eight yellow cards.

With the win, Celtic improves its Premiership record to nine wins, one loss and two draws. Hibernian’s league record moves to five wins, four losses and four draws.