[Archive 2010-11-07] Celtic defeat Aberdeen 9-0

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In the Scottish Premier League, Celtic Football Club have defeated Aberdeen Football Club 9 - 0. The game took place in Celtic Park in Glasgow, Scotland on Saturday.

Celtic scored four goals during the first half. Anthony Stokes scored the first goal after 26 minutes and the fourth goal during injury time; both were scored from penalties. Gary Hooper scored the second and third goals at 28 and 33 minutes respectively.

In the second half, Aberdeen player Josh Magennis scored an own goal at 61 minutes. Gary Hooper scored his third goal of the game at 63 minutes. Joe Ledley scored the seventh goal at 71 minutes and Anthony Stokes scored the eighth goal of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League game at 74 minutes. Paddy McCourt scored the ninth and final goal for the team after 85 minutes; it was another penalty shot.

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