Celtic ended 2022 on a high as they made it 18 wins from 19 league outings at Easter Road.
Ange Postecoglou's men maintained their nine point lead over rivals Rangers at the top of the Premiership standings ahead of their Ibrox meeting next week in a blockbuster opener to 2023. Michael Beale grabbed his fourth win on the bounce as Ibrox gaffer with a comfortable 3-0 win over Motherwell - but he's yet to make up any ground on the relentless champions after first goasl for the club from Aaron Mooy, a Daizen Maeda stunner and Kyogo Furuhashi secured a comfortable win in the capital.
It's been a brilliant 12 months for the Premiership leaders and they will hope for many more happy memories and big results in the new year starting with derby bragging rights at Ibrox. A big cup semi-final at Hampden follows quickly into January but for now it is all about celebrating this win at Easter Road. Here's how we rated the visitors in Leith.
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Joe Hart - 6
Another quiet night on the save front. Paul Hanlon closest after hitting woodwork.
Reo Hatate - 7
Right-back for second game running. Versatile star didn't look out of place once again. Excellent 12 months in the hoops.
Cameron Carter-Vickers - 6
Two or three big headers and clearances early on. A rock at the back for the Hoops.
Carl Starfelt - 6
Vital early block to deny Kevin Nisbet after fast Hibs start. Called on clean sheets to become the norm. Got his wish here.
Greg Taylor - 6
Up and down that left side. Mr Consistent these days. Key player in the side. Subbed after an injury. Worry with Rangers looming.
Callum McGregor - 6
The skipper done what he does best. Always barking out orders and getting on the ball. Did what you would expect.
Matt O'Riley - 6
Very good at finding pockets of space. Always looking to get on the ball. Subbed.
Aaron Mooy - 9
In from the start once again with Hatate moved to right-back. Involved in plenty of the action. First goal for club with powerful half-volley. Doubled his tally from the spot.
Liel Abada - 6
Loves the direct one on one battle. Always looks dangerous when on the ball. Subbed on the hour.
Daizen Maeda - 7
Missed a sitter at the back post from three yards out before scoring a stunner moments later to make up for it. Constant threat with his pace. Heavily involved in penalty award. Subbed.
Kyogo Furuhashi - 7
Tried to catch out Marshall with fancy flick. Took his big chance to grab Celtic's fourth of the night and his 15th of the season. Subbed just after goal with Rangers in mind.
SUBS
James Forrest - 4
On just after the hour. Will have a role to play this campaign but no chances in this one.
Giorgos Giakoumakis - 3
On for final 25 minutes. No real chances of note with his Celtic future still uncertain with January fast approaching.
Alexandro Bernabei - 4
A good 20+ minute runout in place of Greg Taylor. Still finding his feet in Glasgow.
Rocco Vata - 3
A huge moment for the youngster as he made his top team debut. A moment he will never forget.
Jota - 3
On late on. Been feeling unwell but got a run out at Easter Road ahead of the derby.
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