Celtic
- Celtic have won 3 and drawn 2 of their last 5 matches across all competitions.
- The Hoops have drawn their last 2 matches but have not lost in their last 5.
- Martin O’Neill’s return to Celtic has been a tumultuous period of managerial change at Parkhead, but Celtic’s recent results suggest renewed confidence.
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Recent matches:
- A 2-2 away draw with Bologna in the Europa League.
- A 2-2 draw in the Premiership against Hearts.
- A 2-0 win away at Auchinleck Talbot in the Scottish Cup.
- In all of these matches, Celtic’s style has been similar - dominate the ball, stretch teams wide, press collectively and exploit turnovers.
Falkirk
- Falkirk have won 4 of their last 5 and are unbeaten in their last 3.
- Falkirk have a solid, energy-based tactical approach that makes them dangerous on the break and in transition.
- John McGlynn has done a terrific job building this attack-minded, high-energy team since their promotion to the Premiership.
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Recent form:
- A 1-1 draw with Hearts (won 5-3 on penalties) in the Scottish FA Cup.
- A 4-1 home win against Hibernian in the Premiership.
Head-to-Head
Celtic’s head-to-head edge combined with their strong home form gives them the clear advantage going into this game.
Key Players
- Benjamin Nygren - 11 Premiership goals in 23 games and Celtic’s main goal threat this season.
- Brian Graham - primary source of Falkirk’s goals this season (4 Premiership goals in 18 appearances).
- Barney Stewart - has scored 3 goals in Falkirk’s last 5.
- Calvin Miller - provided 3 assists in Falkirk’s last 5 and has been a key link in the final third.
Betting Insights
- Celtic are 1.3 favourites to win this match.
- Falkirk are 8.4 underdogs.
- Backing over 2.5 goals is available at 1.48.
- Celtic home record this season: 8 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses from 11 matches, conceding 8 goals.
- Falkirk away record this season: 5 wins, 0 draws, 5 losses from 11 matches, conceding 15 goals.
Prediction
- Celtic should get another win given their home form and overall squad quality.
- Expect an end-to-end matchup with Falkirk playing on the front foot and posing a real threat on the break.
