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.

Daizen Maeda starred for Celtic as the Scottish Premiership leaders moved 16 points clear at the summit after beating a spiriting Dundee United 2-0 at Celtic Park. ( More Football News) Maeda opened the scoring before teeing up Reo Hatate late on, as Brendan Rodgers' side pulled further clear of rivals Rangers, who take on Dundee on Thursday.

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,