Landmark for Larsson as Celtic crush Rangers

Henrik Larsson scored his 50th goal of the season as Scottish champions Celtic secured a 3-0 victory against Rangers in the final…

Henrik Larsson scored his 50th goal of the season as Scottish champions Celtic secured a 3-0 victory against Rangers in the final Old Firm derby of the season at Ibrox today.

Played in by substitute Jackie McNamara, Larsson had plenty to do after rounding keeper Stefan Klos but despite the acute angle the Swedish striker finished in style to complete a comprehensive victory in the 87th minute.

Earlier it seemed Lubomir Moravcik would grab all the headlines after his two second-half goals put Martin O'Neill's men in charge.

This was double-holders Celtic's first victory at their arch-rivals ground since August 1994. They could be celebrating a domestic treble if they win next month's Scottish Cup final.

AFP

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