The Hoops set a new record in the Scottish Premiership on Sunday, as their 4-nil win over Hearts of Midlothian saw them extend their undefeated domestic run to 27 games, overtaking the 50-year record held by Lisbon Lions.
Celtic made it 17 straight wins in the league, and are now 22 points clear on top of the log having drawn just 1 of all 22 games played thus far. Despite not able to call upon his 2 frontmen Moussa Dembele and Leigh Griffiths, Rodgers still had enough firepower in his attacking ranks, with Sinclair getting a brace while McGregor and Roberts helped complete the rout.
With Stuart Armstrong picking up a calf strain during warm up, McGregor replaced him in the lineup, and he was the one who put the Bhoys forward on their way to making history. Sinclair played him in from the left to get the game going in the 30th minute via a quick counter attack.
Fullback Tierney was involved in the next 2 goals as play restarted, with Sinclair pouncing on a weak clearance by Aaron Hughes after the youngster put in a cross from the left.
A fine cut back on the 80th minute from the left-back allowed Roberts to grab the 3rd of the match, while Sinclair wrapped up an easy victory from the spot when Lennard Sowah brought down substitute Jack Aitchison in the closing minutes of the game.
Here is how the Bhoys fared in the history-making encounter.
Gordon
Didn’t have much to do in between the sticks as he was hardly troubled, but he did appear lacking full concentration.
Was good with the distributions, though.
Rating: 7/10
Šimunović
Despite keeping Johnsen well in check, he lost possession few times and could risk moving back to the bench once Sviatchenko gets back.
Rating: 6/10
Gamboa
While his positioning came under question and some missed tackles gave Hearts a few attacking chances, he did pop up on few occasions to cover for his defence while playing in some fine crosses.
Rating: 7/10
Boyata
Committed a couple of fouls that could have put the defence in trouble, but he was impressive playing the ball from the back while he did well to keep Bjørn Johnsen relatively quiet.
Rating: 8/10
Tierney
Was effective going forward to support Forrest, as he created chances upon chances, while he was also superb defensively the few times Hearts attempted to use his flank.
Rating: 9/10
Brown
Solid performance as usual from the skipper who took complete control of the midfield with his consistent effectiveness.
Had a fine run in the buildup to the counter that led to the opening goal.
Rating: 7/10
Roberts
Impressive outing from the youngster who capped off his great display with a fine goal.
Rating: 8/10
Biton
Missed a great chance earlier in the game and was careless with possession on few occasions.
However, he made some vital interceptions and helped dictate the pace of the game in midfield.
Rating: 6/10
McGregor
Despite a late entry into the starting lineup, he was impressive with his play, putting the team in front and picking up great positions in the middle.
Rating: 8/10
Forrest
Despite having to switch up wings to get more of the ball, his finishing let him down on a couple of occasions
Rating: 5/10
Sinclair
Played up front in the absence of the primary strikers and was a constant threat all game.
Later returned to the wing where he further wrecked more havoc.
Rating: 9/10
SUBSTITUTES
Henderson
Did well in the buildup to the 3rd goal.
Rating: 6/10
Lustig
Late Sub.
Rating: Not Available
Aitchison
Late Sub.
Rating: Not Available
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