Win sends Celtic eight points clear of Aberdeen at the top

A Leigh Griffiths double gave Celtic a narrow but deserved 2-1 win over Motherwell at Fir Park to strengthen the Hoops' grip on the Ladbrokes Premiership title.

Win sends Celtic eight points clear of Aberdeen at the top
Sat, 09 Apr, 2016 - 16:02

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A Leigh Griffiths double gave Celtic a narrow but deserved 2-1 win over Motherwell at Fir Park to strengthen the Hoops' grip on the Ladbrokes Premiership title.

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