Adam Idah’s penalty double saw Celtic survive a scare at Hibs as a late 2-1 win restored their three-point lead in the Scottish Premiership title race.
The on-loan striker opened his account from the spot early on in the first half as Alistair Johnston was carried off after Nectarios Trianis’ foul in the box.
The Hoops lacked quality in the final third as they looked to respond from dropping points in their last game at Aberdeen and Dylan Levitt’s stunning strike pulled the hosts level in the second half.
With the game heading for a draw, Joe Newell’s clumsy challenge on Celtic sub Kyogo Furuhashi allowed Idah to confidently step up to dispatch his second penalty of the game.
Brendan Rodgers’ first win at Easter Road was a blow to Hibs who are without a win in the Scottish Premiership since December 9.
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What’s next?
The attention now turns to the Scottish Cup fifth round this weekend.
Hibs are away to Championship side Inverness Caledonian Thistle on Saturday. Kick-off 3pm.
It is an all-Scottish Premiership tie for Celtic as they travel to St Mirren on Sunday. Kick-off 2pm.