Meanwhile, Gradi remains pessimistic about the possibility of striker Clayton Donaldson and winger Byron Moore staying with Crewe.

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Shaun Miller scored the winner from the spot after referee Chris Sarginson had penalised Owen for a challenge on striker Clayton Donaldson.

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Hibs did put the home side under some pressure with Celtic keeper Artur Boruc making saves to deny Steven Fletcher, Guillame Beuzelin and Clayton Donaldson.

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