Patrick: Even though Dundee United contained Celtic well, it never felt like we were in danger thanks to a really solid defensive performance. The players overall looked tired but got the job done nonetheless. Great to extend the lead to 16 points.

Celtic moved 16 points clear at the top of the Premiership table after a 2-0 home win over Dundee United. Goals from Daizen Maeda and Reo Hatate gave the Hoops the win, on a night when Brendan Rodgers’ side produced another dominant performance at Paradise.

Goals from Daizen Maeda and Reo Hatate sent Celtic 16 points ahead of Rangers in the William Hill Premiership as the champions beat Dundee United 2-0 in a nostalgia-tinged night at Parkhead. Maeda netted on the rebound midway through an utterly one-sided first half as Celtic increased their lead,