Rodgers said: “The occasion was great. I was interested to go and see the game because we could get one of the teams as opponents.
“I wanted to ensure I’d seen Hibs close up to get a feel for them, in case we meet them at some point.
“I also wanted to take in the occasion, which was a wonderful one.
“All derby games are really special. Down south, people may not be as appreciative because there are so many games.
“But it’s a game up here you can be very proud of.
The majority of the sell-out crowd were in raptures at the full-time whistle
“There was real passion in the game with good intensity. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
“It was a shame it wasn’t televised. I didn’t see the last game, but by all accounts it wasn’t the greatest.
“But this one was. There were quality goals and good chances created in a brilliant atmosphere.