Match Report
In the standings it was Hamilton Academical 28th on 3 points, Celtic II 10th on 7 — separated by 4. Celtic II had been over-performing their table position on recent form: 5th in the league over the last five rounds against 10th overall. In league terms the two rates read 1.67/1.33 for Hamilton Academical and 3/2 for Celtic II (scored/conceded per game); the competition average is 2.01.
The match was played at New Douglas Park (capacity 5,510). Half-time and full-time told different stories: Celtic II led 1-0 at the break, before 3 more goals closed it at 1-3.
Goal scorers
Hamilton Academical: Joe McKay (72') · Celtic II: Lucas Clearie (42'), Rhys Dargie (75'), Thomas Hatton (78')
Key stats
Possession: Hamilton Academical 18% · Celtic II 82% · Total shots: 10-21 · On target: 4-6 · Corners: 5-6