Motherwell faced a dramatic defeat against Celtic in a thrilling Premiership clash, as Kelechi Iheanacho scored a penalty winner in stoppage time. The match, held at Fir Park, saw Motherwell initially take the lead with a stunning volley from Elliot Watt in the 17th minute. However, the tide turned when Celtic equalized just before halftime through Daizen Maeda. The game intensified as Motherwell's Liam Gordon scored an 85th-minute equalizer, giving the club hope for a European spot. Unfortunately for Motherwell, a late VAR review led to a penalty for Celtic, which Iheanacho converted, sealing a comeback victory for the visitors. This result means that Motherwell must avoid defeat in their next match against Hibernian to secure their place in Europe. Manager Jens Berthel Askou expressed his disagreement with the penalty decision, calling it one of the worst he has seen in his career. The match showcased the fierce competition in the Premiership as Celtic continues their title defense.
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Motherwell Falls to Celtic in Dramatic Late Penalty
Motherwell faced a heartbreaking defeat against Celtic as Kelechi Iheanacho scored a last-minute penalty, impacting their European hopes.
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