Larsson honoured by fellow pros

Celtic striker Henrik Larsson has been named Scottish Players' Player of the Year to cap a memorable day for the Swede.

Celtic striker Henrik Larsson has been named Scottish Players' Player of the Year to cap a memorable day for the Swede.

Larsson scored his 50th goal of the season in the 3-0 win at Rangers before collecting the award voted for by his fellow professionals.

The Parkhead forward's goals have been a huge factor in Celtic's success this season, with the league title and the CIS Cup already securedahead of the Scottish cup final against Hibernian next month.

Larsson said: "We had a great result this afternoon and played very well. Then to come here to pick up this award is great.

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"I have to thank the lads for making it able for me to score the goals I've been scoring this season."

There was further celebration for Celtic when StilianPetrov won the Young Player of the Year Trophy.

Petrov said: "Celtic played very well to win the game today.

"The supporters were happy but I am also happy because I have won the Young Player award.

"That means a lot to me and it gives me a lift to play even better next season."