Report as Celtic beat Dundee United 2-0 to extend their lead in the Scottish Premiership; Daizen Maeda opened the scoring after Auston Trusty had hit the bar; Reo Hatate came off the bench to wrap up

Celtic extended their Scottish Premiership lead to 16 points but were pushed all the way by Dundee United despite initially looking likely to cruise to victory. Daizen Maeda set the hosts on their way midway through the first half before substitute Reo Hatate's late second secured the points.

Right from the off Celtic took a firm grip of the ball and camped in United's half looking for any gap to exploit. They enjoyed 84% possession in that period alone, pinning their opponents in and ultimately deserved this win. The only frustration will be a failure to threaten Jack Walton nearly enough given their initial dominance.

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Daizen Maeda netted his fifth league goal of the season as he helped Celtic to a comfortable 2-0 win over Dundee United on Wednesday.

Celtic returned to winning ways with a comfortable 2-0 win over Dundee United to move a massive 16 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership. The Bhoys dominated much of the game, and took the lead midway through the first half as Daizen Maeda pounced on a loose ball after an effort was parried into his path by Dundee United goalkeeper Jack Walton.

Celtic have scored 12 goals in the last 15 minutes of the second half, only Dundee United (14) have scored more in the Premiership this season. Celtic have scored 12 goals via substitutes in the Premiership this season, more than any other team.

Celtic delivered another strong performance on Wednesday night to beat Dundee United 2-0 at Paradise, courtesy of goals from Daizen Maeda and Reo Hatate. The victory extended Celtic's lead at the top of the table to 16 points and maintained the Hoops ...

Celtic are in league action tonight (Wednesday) as they play host to Dundee United, and the Hoops will be looking for a positive result to extend the lead at the top of the Premiership table, which currently stands at 13 points.

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CELTIC can extend their lead at the top of the Premiership table to 16 points if they overcome Dundee United on Wednesday night. SunSport betting experts have previewed the Premiership contest and

Celtic host Dundee United in another clash in Paradise as the Tangerines visit Glasgow tomorrow (Jan 8). Brendan Rodgers will lock horns with Jim Goodwin once again after their goal-less draw at