But they were made to work for their 2-1 victory over Kilmarnock that booked their spot in the draw for the fifth round. Callum McGregor's first half strike looked to have set them on their way, but two big misses from Kyogo kept Killie in the game.

Celtic's intent was clear from the off. Nicolas Kuhn raced clear within 20 seconds, took a heavy touch, and caught Robbie McCrorie in the face, with the goalkeeper having to be replaced by Kieran O'Hara. Despite that blow, the visitors almost struck first. Fraser Murray won a free-kick, took it and his curling shot thudded off the crossbar.

The Scottish Cup defence for the Celts gets underway tomorrow (January 18) with Kilmarnock the visitors to Paradise. It’s a first meeting in the Scottish Cup in 15 years for the two sides, as