Celtic Held to 2-2 Draw by Dundee United

Celtic were held to a 2-2 draw by Dundee United at Celtic Park on Wednesday, but remained four points clear of Rangers at the top of the Premiership after 11 fixtures. Celtic took the lead in the 18th minute when Camilo Duran scored his 11th goal of the season. Zac Sapsford equalised for United with a header in the 28th minute, and Neil Farrugia put the visitors ahead three minutes later with his first goal for the club. Liam Scales restored parity for Celtic in the second half, heading in during a spell when the hosts had the greater possession and territory. Celtic pressed for a winner but had to settle for a point. Manager Martin O’Neill said his side had been strong after the break, while acknowledging that Dundee United threatened on the counterattack. O’Neill said he was frustrated not to win at home but was not totally dissatisfied with the result. He said Celtic had fought back after conceding, and suggested the point could prove valuable over the course of the season. Celtic’s domestic campaign has contrasted with its Europa League results, with the team having lost its first three matches in that competition. Rangers also drew 2-2, against Hearts at Tynecastle,...