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Celtic Crushes Raith Rovers 5-0, Maeda Scores Hat-Trick

2/9/2025

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Summary

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Celtic FC showcased their dominance with a stunning 5-0 victory over Raith Rovers in the Scottish FA Cup at Celtic Park. Daizen Maeda shone brightly, netting a hat-trick, while Yang Hyun-jun added a goal and two assists. This triumph propels Celtic into the quarter-finals as they gear up for a challenging Champions League clash against Bayern Munich.

History

Historical Context

Celtic FC's 5-0 FA Cup victory echoes their historic 1967 European Cup win, where they became the first British team to lift the trophy. This triumph set the stage for Celtic's legacy in European football, as they now prepare to face Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals.

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Celtic FC showcased their dominance with a stunning 5-0 victory over Raith Rovers in the Scottish FA Cup at Celtic Park. Daizen Maeda shone brightly, netting a hat-trick, while Yang Hyun-jun added a goal and two assists. This triumph propels Celtic into the quarter-finals as they gear up for a challenging Champions League clash against Bayern Munich.

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