Motherwell - Celtic
In a high-octane Premiership encounter, Motherwell and Celtic produced a five-goal thriller that remained undecided until the final moments of stoppage time. The match featured multiple shifts in momentum and a dramatic conclusion that left the fans breathless.
A Balanced Opening Exchange
On May 13, 2026, the contest kicked off with Motherwell showing early aggression. Their efforts were rewarded in the 17th minute when Elliot Watt found the net to give the hosts an early lead. Celtic, known for their resilience, began to dominate possession as the half progressed. Their persistence paid off just before the interval; in the 41st minute, Daizen Maeda struck a clinical equalizer, ensuring both teams headed into the locker rooms level at 1-1.
Second Half Surges
The momentum swung in favor of the visitors early in the second period. In the 58th minute, Hyun-Jun Yang turned provider, setting up Benjamin Nygren for a goal that put Celtic ahead for the first time. The game grew increasingly physical, with Maeda receiving a yellow card shortly after. Motherwell manager’s substitutions proved inspired, however, as Liam Gordon entered the fray and scored a dramatic equalizer in the 85th minute, making it 2-2 and setting the stage for a grandstand finish.
Stoppage Time Drama and the Decisive Penalty
The closing stages were marred by tension and a flurry of bookings, including yellow cards for Liam Scales, Sam Nicholson, and Emmanuel Longelo. With the match deep into ten minutes of added time, Celtic were awarded a penalty. Kelechi Iheanacho, a second-half substitute, stepped up in the 90+9th minute and coolly converted from the spot. Despite receiving a yellow card in the aftermath, Iheanacho’s contribution was the decisive act in a 3-2 victory that saw Celtic escape with all three points.
