
First-half goals from Chris Killen and Georgios Samaras saw Celtic beat Tottenham 2-0 to claim the inaugural Wembley Cup.
Killen put the Hoops ahead on nine minutes, heading home after a great cross from Paul Caddis.
Celtic goalkeeper Lukasz Zaluska had to make good saves from Darren Bent and Tom Huddlestone before Samaras sealed the victory with a fine individual effort five minutes before the interval.
Barcelona ended their Wembley Cup campaign with a 4-1 victory over Al-Ahly.
Bojan Krkic, Jose Mariarueda, Jeffren and Pedro got the goals for Pep Guardiola's side, who were given a first-half scare when Hany El Egezy levelled matters for the Egyptian outfit.
In Germany, Kevin Thomson made a welcome return to the Rangers midfield as a second-half substitute in their 2-0 win over Nurnberg.
Second-half strikes by substitutes Steven Naismith and Nacho Novo gave the SPL champions victory in the Frankenstadium.
Hamilton continued their preparations for the new SPL season with a 1-1 draw at Drogheda.
Simon Mensing bagged the Accies' goal as he headed home Derek Lyle's cross at the near post to secure a share of the spoils for Billy Reid's side after the hosts had taken the lead.
CELTIC SECURE WEMBLEY PRIZE
Sunday, July 26, 2009
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