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Celtic vs Falkirk: Scottish Premiership radio commentary, updates & report
On Saturday, Celtic secured a 3-1 victory against Falkirk at Celtic Park, moving level on points with Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts. Daizen Maeda scored twice while Kieran Tierney added a third.
Before the match, the Green Brigade displayed a banner invoking the "spirit of 86," referencing a historic title win 40 years ago. The display connected current ambitions to Celtic's legacy.
Maeda opened the scoring in the 30th minute after charging down a clearance from Keelan Adams. He restored the two-goal cushion in the 83rd minute, converting a cross from Sebastian Tounekti.
Falkirk briefly threatened a comeback when substitute Kyrell Wilson fired a brilliant finish into the top corner in the 70th minute. Goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo prevented further damage from the visitors.
With five games remaining in the season, the title race intensifies as the top trio faces high-pressure clashes. Celtic now leads Rangers by one point ahead of the Ibrox side's match against Motherwell on Sunday.