The Scotsman - Monday, 26th November 1888, page 9

Clyde v Celtic – The Scottish tie between these teams was decided at Parkhead before 8000 supporters. Play was fast and exciting. The Clyde attacked in the most determined manner, and in the first fifteen minutes had decidedly the best of the game. The soft ground upset the calculations of the ground men completely, Vigorously as the rival contestants assailed in turn, the defence could not be broken through. The home team steadied, and were now more frequently dangerous, M’Callum and Groves exhibited dash in front. Chalmers saved magnificently. At this stage the players kept up the pace in the most approved fashion. At half-time the result was:- Clyde, one goal; Celtic, nil. The home team redoubled their efforts to score in the second half, but met with the most stubborn resistance. The Clyde still kept the game pretty much open, and played up with surprising dash. The half-backs on both sides tackled superbly, and neutralised all dangerous incursions. Latterly the excitement was intense, and a brilliant game, considering the adverse circumstances, ended:- Clyde one; Celtic, nothing.