Benjamin Nygren scores as Celtic begins title defense with win over Dundee
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 8:58 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Celtic started their Premiership title defense with a 1-0 victory at home against Dundee on August 3, 2026. Benjamin Nygren netted the only goal of the match with a close-range header in the 52nd minute. The first half was characterized by a struggle for rhythm as Dundee posed challenges for the hosts. As new season action unfolds, Celtic aims to continue their successful run following a remarkable achievement of winning 14 titles in 15 seasons.
- •Celtic plays at home in Glasgow.
- •Nygren scored in the 52nd minute.
- •Celtic's title defense begins successfully.
- •Dundee posed problems in the first half.
- •Celtic has won 14 titles in the last 15 seasons.
- 8:58 PMThe Guardian Sport — Benjamin Nygren edges Celtic past Dundee for winning start to title defence
"Benjamin Nygren was quickly back on the goal trail as Celtic began the defence of their Premiership title with a 1-0 home win over Dundee. Before the game, Celtic fans cheered as the captain, Callum McGregor, unfurled the flag which confirmed again a 14th title win in 15 seasons. It was all a bit flat in a first half with Martin O’Neill’s side struggling to get into their stride as the visitors posed problems. However, the Sweden midfielder Nygren, so prolific last season with 21 goals, struck with a close-range header in the 52nd minute and the goal proved enough to keep the three points in Glasgow as a new season got up and running for the champions. Continue reading...
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