Celtic returned to winning ways in the SWPL with a dominant home win over Spartans.

After their first defeat of the season to leaders Rangers last weekend, Grant Scott's side were quick out of the blocks against the Edinburgh side.

Casey Howe, restored to the starting line-up after missing the derby, opened the scoring after seven minutes.

Spartans thought they had equalised late in the first half, but Freya Brein's shot was ruled out for offside.

With half time looming, Celtic doubled their lead, Lisa Robertson powering in a great strike.

Maria McAneny was a thorn in Spartans' side all afternoon and a great piece of skill from her set up Amy Gallagher for Celtic's third.

The scoring was completed from the penalty spot as Chloe Craig converted following a foul on Howe, with Celtic keeping their grip on second place.