Celtic run riot at Rugby Park as Hoegh hits first half hat-trick | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Kilmarnock were beaten 5-1 by Celtic at Rugby Park in the Scottish Premiership. Kasper Hoegh opened the scoring in the second minute with a close-range header from Arne Engels' cross. The striker completed a first half hat-trick with further finishes (33.) and (35.), before Benjamin Nygren made it four after the restart (47.). Michael Schjønning-Larsen briefly replied for the hosts (56.), but the Hoops dominated, registering 33 attempts and 64.0% possession with 16 on target. The Bhoys go top of the Premiership with six points and visit Dundee United in the Scottish League Cup next, while Kilmarnock host Ayr United in the same competition.

Player of the Match: Kasper Hoegh decided it with a ruthless first half treble, producing nine attempts with five on target.

Stat of the Match: Maksymilian Stryjek produced 11 saves, keeping the score respectable despite relentless pressure.

Three Things We Learned: Kasper Hoegh tops the Scottish Premiership scoring on three goals, first in the chart. Arne Engels created five key passes and an assist, repeatedly supplying the front line. Kilmarnock managed six shots on target and five corners, but had only 36.0% possession and conceded 29 efforts in their box.