Hibs' O'Hora prioritises points v Celtic
Hibernian defender Warren O'Hora prioritises points above plaudits when his side take on Scottish Premiership leaders Celtic on Saturday. (Record), externalO'Hora says December's 3-0 loss at Celtic Park "feels so long ago", with Hibs having gone on a 12-match unbeaten run since. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription), externalRead Tuesday's Scottish gossip
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