Four Findings: Hamilton – Celtic

Celtic cracked what was a rock-solid Hamilton defence of 10 men for the majority of the second half to run out of town with a 4-1 victory.

Neil Lennon gave Stephen Welsh his Celtic debut, as the 20-year-old joined Christopher Jullien, Kristoffer Ajer, and Greg Taylor along the back line.

Celtic were the dominant side in the opening half, but Hamilton opened the scoring as Marios Ogkmpoe sent the visitors into shock in the 27th minute.

Jamie Hamilton was sent off for the home side in the 34th minute after the last man tackled Leigh Griffiths to the ground just outside the penalty area.

Odsonne Edouard stepped up and curled the free kick around the wall and beyond an outstretched Luke Southwood, who’s positioning was in question in the 35th minute.

Jullien popped up and redirected Ryan Christie’s cross past the keeper to give Celtic the 2-1 lead in the 78th minute. The Frenchman’s sixth goal this season was a huge one after much frustration building up after Hamlton had done such a great job of getting their men behind the ball.

Edouard quickly doubled Celtic’s lead after beautifully linking with Tom Rogic to make it 3-1 in the 80th minute.

Seconds after missing a sitter that would have put the finishing touches on a hat-trick, French Eddy turned to the provider as he found James Forrest for the fourth goal in extra time.

Celtic will return to action on Wednesday when they make the trip to Fir Park for a meeting with Motherwell.

Here are four findings from Celtic’s clash with the Accies: