Celtic eased to a comfortable 2-0 win over Aberdeen at Parkhead on the opening day of the 2022/23 Scottish Premiership season.
Stephen Welsh and Jota scored in either half to ensure the Hoops stretched their unbeaten run over the Dons to 18 games.
Ange Postecoglou’s side weren’t at their best in front of a sellout home crowd as skipper Callum McGregor hoisted aloft the 2021/22 title-winning flag before kick-off.
However, they did get off to a dream start as Matt O’Riley’s corner from the right was headed into the far corner by centre-back Welsh after just three minutes.
Celtic continued to probe for a second but they passed up several chances with visiting keeper Kelle Roos producing some important to keep his team in the contest.
Portuguese winger Jota wrapped up the points with 15 minutes remaining when he jinked past his marker and rifled an unstoppable effort high into the net from 25 yards to round-off a hard-fought success.
Here are GlasgowWorld’s player ratings...
9. Matt O’Riley - 8
Outstanding on the ball at times and he was unfortunate not to convert a couple of chances. | Getty Images
10. Daizen Maeda - 7
Energetic as always down both wings. Will be pleased with his all-round display. | Getty Images
11. Kyogo Furuhashi - 6
A frustrating afternoon. Always looked a goal threat but often found his chances saved or blocked in the first-half. | Getty Images
12. Giorgos Giakoumakis - 7
Replaced Kyogo after 65 mins. Provided energy and passed up a great chance in the closing stages, dragging a shot wide. | Getty Images