Benjamin Nygren: I was delighted to celebrate my goal with the fans
And the Swedish internationalist turned provider in the second-half, slotting the ball in for Reo Hatate to produce a stunning finish to set the seal on an impressive Celtic performance.
Nygren picked up the Man of the Match award after the game, and the 24-year-old midfielder was delighted to play his part in the victory as he explained to Celtic TV.
'It was a very good game and a solid performance from everyone,' he said. 'I think especially the players at the back had an amazing game.
'Aberdeen couldn't get through us and I thought, in general, that it was a very good performance. We had good control, a perfect win and a clean sheet.
'That's how I want to play. I can run a lot so I want to be involved as much as possible and help the team to win, so I'm very pleased with my performance and the team's performance today.
'It was amazing (his goal) – a perfect cross from Kieran and a solid finish, and I ran over to celebrate with the fans and the team.
'I've said it many times but, for me, football is nothing without the fans. Celtic is such a big club with lovely fans so they're a part of the team and part of the club, so I'm so happy to celebrate with everyone.'
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