Josh Campbell's Brilliant Brace Secures Hibernian Victory Over Celtic
Hibernian Triumphs at Easter Road
In a thrilling clash at Easter Road, Josh Campbell proved to be the hero for Hibernian as they secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Celtic in the Scottish Premiership. This impressive win not only ended Hibs' five-year drought against Scottish giants Celtic but also marked a significant milestone in their quest for a top-six finish.
The match opened with a stroke of genius from 21-year-old midfielder Josh Campbell. Barely two minutes in, Campbell took full advantage of a defensive blunder by Celtic, confidently slotting the ball past goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel. His early heroics set the tone for an intense first half, leaving Celtic scrambling for a response.
Just when it seemed the first half would end with a narrow lead for Hibs, Campbell struck again in the dying moments of injury time. Latching onto a precise cross from Martin Boyle, Campbell’s header sailed into the net, escalating the host’s lead to 2-0. Though VAR briefly reviewed the play for potential offside, the goal stood, further amplifying the festive atmosphere among Hibs supporters.
Celtic's Struggle for Redemption
Determined not to go down without a fight, Celtic turned up the pressure in the second half. Their efforts bore fruit in the 68th minute when Daizen Maeda capitalized on a mishit cross by Reo Hatate, converting it into a goal that reignited hopes for the visitors.
The match reached peak tension as Celtic relentlessly pursued an equalizer. Maeda thought he had salvaged a point for his team with a late goal, but celebrations were cut short when VAR ruled it offside. This decision ensured that Campbell’s first-half efforts remained decisive in this hard-fought encounter.
For Hibernian, this victory against Celtic was not just a statistical achievement but a morale booster as they extended their unbeaten streak to 13 games. With their eyes set on the coveted top-six position, Hibs seem poised to make a significant impact this season, driven by players like Josh Campbell who shine under pressure.