It remains to be seen how much added time will be allocated by the referee here but it is doubtful it will be anything substantial as the Motherwell fans, and players, have definitely suffered enough out there. Time for them to hop on the bus back down the motorway pronto!
87'
The Celtic Park faithful are waiting in expectancy for the final whistle here as they are all sure to stick around for the title celebrations, which will see the Scottish Premiership trophy celebration. You have to feel slightly sorry for Deila, as performances like today show what he can do as a coach, but it has been European disappointments which have ultimately lead to his tenure ending.
85'
There may just be one minor blip on today's match for Celtic as it appears that Roberts may have picked up a small knock after an altercation with Moult. The Hoops may just need to go down to 10 men for five minutes or so before full-time, but they will probably be able to cope...
84'
S. Janko enters the game and replaces S. Armstrong.
83'
Third and final change from Celtic now and it sees Saidy Janko enter the action to replace the highly impressive Stuart Armstrong, who scored the best goal of the day with that spectacular volley. A 10-minute run out for the former Manchester United full-back here.
81'
Just under 10 minutes remaining at Celtic Park which has been blazed in glorious sunshine all afternoon, which has proved to be a fitting stage for this phenomenal performance from the champions. The Hoops faithful has been spoiled with some of the play they have witnessed on the last day of the season.
79'
SAAAAVE FROM GORDON! It has took Motherwell to the 79th minute to get their first attempt on target, and it comes from Gomis with a decent strike aimed towards the top corner. The Celtic goalkeeper, who has had pretty much zero saves to make all game, does well to tip over this time, though.
77'
J. Aitchison has scored a goal for Celtic!
GOOOOAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLL FOR CELTIC! AND ITS JACK AITCHISON! The recently introduced substitute, who is the youngest ever Hoops player, now becomes their youngest EVER goalscorer at the age of 16 after dashing into the box to lash a left-footed strike past the keeper! What an absolutely incredible way to kick off your career! SEVEN-NIL!
75'
J. Aitchison enters the game and replaces T. Rogić.
Another substitution from Celtic here and we are witnessing history at Celtic Park this afternoon. Enterting the action is 16-year-old Jack Aitchison who will become the youngest player to ever don the green and white hoops in first-team action for the Glasgow side. He will replace Tom Rogic.
73'
Things aren't really improving for Motherwell here and it looks like they may be forced into another substitution as Hall is down injured after appearing to over-stretch in a challenge with Armstrong. He might be able to continue, but it may take him a moment or two to shake off the cobwebs.
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71'
UNLUCKY CHRISTIE! The 21-year-old shows an impressive bit of pace down the right channel to get beyond Hall into the box before attempting to lob the oncoming Ripley from around 16 yards out, but the connection lacks a bit of quality which sees the attempt go over before nestling on top of the net.
69'
CHRISTIE HITS THE POST! The former Inverness man has done superbly well today to lead the line whilst playing out of position, and attempts to get his second goal of the match now after running in behind the opposition defence before squeezing out a strike on goal from an extremely tight angle. The shot bounces off the woodwork and then cannons off Ripley to go out for a corner-kick.
67'
SAVE FROM RIPLEY! Patrick Roberts looks so, so dangerous whenever he cuts inside on that cultured left foot and does so once again here before whipping a strike at goal from 18 yards. Unlike his previous attempt, though, this one is a little more central which allows the Motherwell goalkeeper to beat away for a corner.
65'
Unbelievably, there has been SIX different goalscorers for Celtic this afternoon, but Lustig is attempting to be the first man to grab a second after rushing down the right wing before lashing a low strike at goal. It is relatively easy for Ripley in the end, though, who gets down to make the comfortable save on the line.
63'
There is a small break in play at the moment as Cadden is currently down injured after being absolutely clattered by Sviatchenko right in front of the dugout. Somehow the Celtic defender escapes going into the book, and the player receiving treatment looks a bit worse for wear, perhaps needing to come off.
61'
Unfortunately for Motherwell, there is still 30 minutes to go in this game and Celtic are showing no signs of slowing down in their attempts to score more goals. The Steelmen have wanted to hear the final whistle for a very, very long time this afternoon.
59'
R. Christie has scored a goal for Celtic! Assist by T. Rogić.
Superb footwork from Rogic to thread a pass through to Christie.
GOOOOOAAAAAAAAAALLLL FOR CELTIC! WHAT A DISPLAY THIS IS FROM THE CHAMPIONS! Rogic shows a fabulous bit of skill on the edge of the box to slide a pass through for Christie, who scores his first goal in the green and white Hoops with an emphatic finish into the bottom right corner! SIX-NIL!
56'
E. Izaguirre enters the game and replaces K. Tierney.
First substitution of the match from Celtic now and it is one with a sentimental touch as Emilio Izaguirre enters the action for a farewell appearance, with his summer departure basically already confirmed. He will come on for Tierney at left-back.
54'
P. Roberts has scored a goal for Celtic! Assist by C. McGregor.
McGregor earns a deserved assist, this time for Roberts.
GOOOOAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLL FOR CELTIC! THEY KEEP ON COMING! McGregor passes into the feet of Roberts and the Manchester City loanee typically cuts inside on his left foot before curling a beauty of a finish into the bottom left corner! That is the fifth different scorer today for the hosts! Five-nil!
52'
M. Gomis gets yellow.
First yellow card of the match now and it comes to Gomis for a cynical trip in the middle of the park.
50'
S. Armstrong has scored a goal for Celtic! Assist by M. Lustig.
Lustig gains the assist for Armstrong.
GOOOOOAAAAAAALLLLLL FOR CELTIC! A STUNNER FROM ARMSTRONG! Lustig fires a cross into the box and the former Dundee United man collects with a bouncing touch before firing a quite spectacular half-volley into the top left corner! Brilliant! Four-nil!
48'
Cadden, who is one of the only Motherwell players to have displayed some kind of fight, goes on a marauding run down the right-hand side, looking to take on Tierney. It is an entertaining little footrace to the byline, and the visitors eventually get the corner.
46'
K. Kennedy enters the game and replaces L. Watt.
J. Chalmers enters the game and replaces L. Ainsworth.
The second half is underway at Celtic Park!
The second change at the break sees Kieran Kennedy replace Luke Watt.
A double change from Motherwell here. The first sees Joe Chalmers replace Lionel Ainsworth.
44'
Armstrong is situated in a more central area this time and receives possession with his back to goal before turning sharply to drill a strike aimed towards the bottom left corner. Ripley is forced into making the save, but Motherwell are eventually awarded the free-kick as the former Dundee United man was offside.
42'
OH WHAT A SITTER FROM CHRISTIE! Roberts is at the centre of the action once again with a twisting and turning run into the box before smashing a strike towards the bottom left corner, which is saved by Ripley. His team-mate latches on to the rebound, but only succeeds in sending an awkward attempt north of the crossbar from five yards out! The goal was at his mercy!
40'
Roberts collects the ball down the right channel and goes on his right foot this time to drive a shot-cum-cross low along the six-yard box, but there are no takers for Celtic to smash into the empty net and the attempt from the Manchester City loanee actually goes out for a throw-in at the opposite flank.
38'
Well, judging by the game so far the Motherwell players are already thinking about where they are going on their summer holiday in a few weeks. They have simply not turned up and when you combine that with Celtic's eagerness to give Deila a good send-off, then there is only really one result.
36'
The party tricks are out in full force for Celtic, and not from who you may expect! Lustig is the man who catalyses a cheer from the home crowd as he brilliantly dances his way into the penalty area and nutmegs Ainsworth, but the final ball just isn't there to a quality degree and the Swede is forced to settle for a corner.
34'
Tierney and Armstrong are tearing Motherwell apart down this left-hand side and are displaying a quite brilliant cohesion with their movement and passing. Watt at right-back could really be doing with some help from the winger in front of him, as he is being bested every time by the Celtic duo.
32'
The Celtic fans are really enjoying themselves now and are going through their considerable songbook of chants from the stands. Luckily for them, it doesn't look like the goalscoring is even close to finishing!
30'
It is absolutely raining goals in Celtic Park now and the healthy lead for the Hoops is no less than they deserve, as they have been absolutely fantastic so far. Even without playing with a recognised centre-forward, the home side are looking extremely dangerous whenever they venture into the final third.
28'
M. Lustig has scored a goal for Celtic! Assist by S. Armstrong.
An assist for Armstrong with a deep corner to the back post.
GOOOOAAAAAAAAAALLLL FOR CELTIC! TWO IN QUICK SUCCESSION FOR THE HOOPS! Armstrong stands over a corner down the left and steps up to swing a deep cross to the back post, where Lustig is positioned to score with a downward header into the corner! Three-nil!
26'
T. Rogić has scored a goal for Celtic!
GOOOOOAAAAAAAAAALLLLL FOR CELTIC! THE HOSTS DOUBLE THE LEAD! Armstrong exchanges a quite brilliant one-two with Christie on the edge of the box before running through and unluckily bouncing a strike off the inside of the post! Rogic supports the play well though, and is positioned perfectly to pass into the empty net! Two-nil!
23'
Tierney has been one of the revelations of Scottish football this year, and it seems fitting that he should grab his first goal for the club on the day of title celebrations. The Scotland international is reportedly interesting the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City in the Premier League, and you can definitely see why.
21'
K. Tierney has scored a goal for Celtic! Assist by P. Roberts.
A neat passed assist from Roberts for the opener.
GOOOAAAAAAAALLLLL FOR CELTIC! AND ITS KIERAN TIERNEY!!! Roberts picks out the young left-back on the wing, who drives towards the Motherwell defence before cutting inside on his right foot and rifling a low strike into the bottom left corner! That is his first goal for the club, fantastic! One-nil!
19'
RIPLEY TO THE RESCUE FOR MOTHERWELL! Christie picks up possession inside the box and swivels sharply before driving down on goal, shifting it past the defender as he goes. He just attempts to slide a strike under the oncoming goalkeeper, but it is the man between the sticks who comes out on top after making himself big to make the vital save.
17'
One very noticeable aspect of Celtic's play so far has been their persistance in pressing the ball high up the park, which is in turn forcing Motherwell to play more direct with long balls up top. Sviatchenko and Ambrose have dominated McDonald and Moult so far too, so the long balls aren't causing much of a problem.
15'
PENALTY SHOUT FOR CELTIC! A corner-kick is swung deep into the area from the left, and a touch from a Hoops player sends the ball towards the bottom corner, only for Gomis to clear on the line! The hosts are demanding a penalty, claiming in touched an arm, but the referee is having none of it and waves away the protests!
13'
RIPLEY CALLED INTO ACTION AGAIN! Rogic is positioned on the edge of the box and chests down a loose bit of possession before firing a lovely half volley which takes a deflection on the route to goal. It hits off Pearson and loops towards the top corner, but the Steelmen's stopper superbly retreats to tip over for a corner.
11'
Johansen, who had a torrid time in the midweek game against St Johnstone in which his poor mistake at the back lead to a conceded goal, picks up possession around 25 yards out and takes advantage of the space to drill a low strike aimed towards the bottom corner. Unfortunately for the hosts, it is dragged wide of the right-hand post.
9'
GREAT SAVE FROM RIPLEY! Armstrong goes on a marauding run deep down the left wing and keeps moving forward to the byline before reversing a neat pass inside to Christie, who stretches out a leg to divert a strike on goal. However, the Motherwell stopper superbly gets across his line to make the block with his feet!
7'
Roberts moves into the right channel with a gliding dribble before typically shifting on to his left foot. He picks out Rogic with a precision pass to the back post, but the subsequent strike on goal from the Australian goes harmlessly bouncing into the arms of the grateful Ripley.
5'
Tierney, who has been one of Celtic's best players this season even at the young age of 19, drives forward down the left wing and skips past a couple of challenges before flashing a pass into the feet of Christie, but the former Inverness man can't take possession in which allows Motherwell to clear.
3'
A good start to the match from the home side here, who will be eager to put on a show for their fans in this day of title celebrations. Ripley has already been forced into a decent save from Christie, while McManus did really well moments ago to block a goal-bound shot from Rogic.
1'
We are underway at Celtic Park!
The title was mathematically sealed for Deila's charges last weekend when they ran out narrow 3-2 winners over Aberdeen. However, having lead 3-0, there is yet another example of defensive frailties which have plagued them this campaign, particularly in the Champions League qualifiers and subsequent Europa League fixtures.
It is party time in the green side of Glasgow today as after the match concludes Ronny Deila's outfit will be awarded with the league title trophy in front of a capacity crowd of roaring Hoops fans. Celtic were always expected to be crowned champions even at the start of the campaign, but hard work still has to play a part and they have once again proved themselves the best team in the country for the fifth consecutive year.
Good afternoon football fans! Welcome to LIVE coverage of the Scottish Premiership lunchtime kick-off clash between Celtic and Motherwell from Celtic Park.
The Norwegian boss is still thought of fondly among some sections of the support, but even though he has carried himself with great dignity whilst under plenty of pressure, he has ultimately fallen up short in Europe and in domestic cup competitions, which has lead to the end of his tenure after the match today. There is no signs as of yet exactly who will be taking the managerial reigns next season for the Hoops.
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This time last year, Motherwell were languishing at the bottom end of the Premiership and that position eventually forced them into a relegation play-off, which they managed to win. It looked like it may be a similar story this year, however after Mark McGhee replaced Ian Baraclough the Steelmen have been superb in the league, and have solidified themselves a fifth-place finish no matter what happens today.
The teams are making their way to the pitch and we are almost ready for kick-off!
Half-time at Celtic Park. The champions of Scotland are giving departing manager Ronny Deila a brilliant send-off so far today as they go into the break with a comfortable 3-0 lead. The Hoops have been superb since the opening whistle, and have enjoyed three different goalscorers in Kieran Tierney, Tom Rogic, and Mikael Lustig, however expect more names to be added to that list in the second period with the way things are going. Second half coming up!
Full-time at Celtic Park. It is seventh heaven for Celtic this afternoon as they demolish Motherwell 7-0 on the last day of the season to end Ronny Deila's reign as manager. The goalscorers on the day were Kieran Tierney, Ryan Christie, Mikael Lustig, Patrick Roberts, Stuart Armstrong, Tom Rogic and 16-year-old Jack Aitchison, who becomes the youngest EVER player to find the net for the Hoops. A quite fabulous way to end the season for the deserved champions of Scotland! Thanks for joining us, see you next time!
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