St. Johnstone
- Saints are unbeaten in 1 home game in the Premiership 2026-2027, but Celtic are 1 for 1 away from home.
- Simo Valakari has the Saints compact and controlled, deploying a 4-2-3-1 system and pressing opponents in a measured fashion and building up their play in a structured way.
Celtic
- Celtic have won 4 of their last 5 matches and come into this game on the back of back-to-back Premiership 2026-2027 victories.
- The Bhoys have hit top gear in the 2026/2027 Scottish Premiership and arrive in Perth fresh from a 3-0 home win over Aberdeen.
Head-to-Head
The Bhoys have won two of the last three meetings between the clubs and thumped Saints 5-0 in the Scottish FA Cup a year ago, although the hosts could be up for a tough game on Wednesday as they are unbeaten at home in one game in the 2026-2027 campaign.
Key Players
- Benjamin Nygren is Celtic's creative engine and top scorer this season with three goals and four assists in the 2026-2027, but Camilo Duran has chipped in with six of the Bhoys' last 13.
- St. Johnstone's main goal threat is Josh Fowler, who has hit two in four 2026-2027 Premiership games, and Ruari Paton has also been sharp in the box, scoring three in their last five matches.
Betting Insights
Betting markets suggest a clear favorite with Celtic listed at 1.35 , St. Johnstone at 8.2 and the draw at 4.85 .
Prediction
Celtic should have no trouble getting past St. Johnstone at McDiarmid Park on Wednesday and there could be some goals in the game if the hosts chase it.