### Celtic Triumph Over Aberdeen in Scottish Premiership Round 6, Maintaining Perfect Record
In the thrilling opening match of the Scottish Premiership season, Celtic Football Club secured a comprehensive victory against Aberdeen City, securing a hard-fought 2-1 win that maintained their perfect league record heading into Round 7.
#### Match Details
The match was played at Ibrox Stadium, home to Celtic, on Sunday, January 9th, 2024. Both teams started the game with high spirits and excitement, eager to make history together. Celtic had been undefeated in all 5 rounds prior to this one, while Aberdeen had also gone unbeaten, though not without some challenges.
#### Key Scoring Moments
The first goal came in the 28th minute when Celtic striker Callum McGregor delivered a beautifully placed cross from the left flank. Defender John McGinn headed it past goalkeeper Neil Lennon, giving Celtic a narrow lead.
Aberdeen responded quickly, however, as defender Scott Brown scored from a free-kick just before halftime. The score was tied at 1-1, leaving the fans on edge.
In the second half, Celtic's dominance continued. In the 62nd minute, substitute striker Moussa Dembele made his debut for Celtic and found himself in space. He calmly tapped in from close range to give Celtic the decisive advantage.
Despite Aberdeen's best efforts, they could not find a way back into the game. With minutes remaining, Celtic held firm, ensuring they would maintain their perfect record in the league.
#### Post-Match Analysis
The performance of Celtic was commendable, particularly in the latter stages of the match where they showed resilience and composure under pressure. Their attacking play was sharp, and their defense remained solid throughout.
Manager Brendan Rodgers praised his team’s effort and dedication, noting that "this is what we’ve been training for, playing at our best." He added, "It’s a great feeling to maintain our perfect record, but now we need to focus on moving forward."
#### Next Steps
With this victory, Celtic moves up to fourth place in the table, three points behind leaders Rangers. The team will be looking to build on this momentum as they face more challenging fixtures in upcoming matches.
Aberdeen, meanwhile, remains fifth in the standings but still has the opportunity to climb higher if they can secure a positive result in their next match.
#### Conclusion
The Celtic-Aberdeen match was a testament to both teams' determination and skill. While Aberdeen showed some fight, Celtic’s superior execution and tactical nous ultimately proved too much for their opponents. As they continue to dominate the league, Celtic look poised to add another chapter to their storied history.