It was Matt O’Riley who emerged as the hero for Celtic, clinching a decisive 97th-minute goal and ensuring a triumphant finish for his team.
The match saw Celtic maintain strategic precision and composure, resisting the urge to resort to abrupt, long-ball tactics even as the tension reached its peak.
The dynamics of the game took a turn when Luis Palma initially secured the lead for Celtic at the 87th minute.
However, Motherwell responded swiftly with Blair Spittal levelling the score shortly after.
Matt O’Riley’s strike will take the headlines after he secured the three points for the Hoops.
The away end went mental for the goal, just take a look at this brilliant footage filmed by the travelling fans.
Smash. @mattoriley8 😮💨⚽️💚 pic.twitter.com/weR2NdIwsu
— Chloe Reilly (@ChloeReilly21) September 30, 2023
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers radiated with pride, lauding his team’s unwavering resolve and the calming presence they maintained, attributes that ultimately led to O’Riley’s winning goal. This thrilling encounter underscored Celtic’s enduring fighting spirit and adherence to strategy, adding another remarkable chapter to their storied legacy.
