Celtic beat Falkirk 3-1

Daizen Maeda inspired Celtic to a 3-1 victory over Falkirk, moving the champions level on points with Premiership leaders Hearts.

The Japan international scored twice and set up another as Martin O'Neill's side overcame a resilient display from the visitors at Parkhead.

Maeda's performance was hailed as 'terrific' by O'Neill, who noted the forward has rediscovered his best form at a critical stage of the title race.

The victory sets up a high-stakes final three weeks as the top three teams prepare to face each other in a series of decisive matches.