Celtic and Aberdeen face off in Round 5 of the Scotland Premiership 2026/27. This fixture is scheduled for Wednesday 02 September at 19:45 (GMT) at Celtic Park, Glasgow.
Celtic are strong favourites, having dominated recent head-to-head encounters with seven wins in their last ten meetings against Aberdeen. The Bhoys lead the Premiership table with a perfect record from their opening three matches, while Aberdeen sits 10th. Our prediction for Celtic vs. Aberdeen suggests a challenging evening for the visitors.
Find out where to watch the match and what our expert predictions are, as well as the expected lineups for this encounter.
Match Overview - Celtic vs. Aberdeen
- Celtic are in formidable form at the start of the new Premiership season, aiming to maintain their perfect record at their home ground, Celtic Park.
- Aberdeen, in contrast, have had an inconsistent start to their league campaign and will need to deliver a strong performance to get a result away from home.
- Recent history between these two sides tells a one-sided story, as Celtic are unbeaten in the last ten clashes, securing seven victories in the process.
Head-to-Head Record
- Celtic dominated the recent head-to-head, winning seven and drawing three of the last ten encounters.
- The last ten meetings between these teams averaged 3.8 goals per match.
- Celtic started the season perfectly, winning all three Premiership matches and scoring eight goals.
- Aberdeen lost two of their first three league games, conceding an average of two goals in away matches.
- Celtic’s Kasper Waarst Høgh is in fine form, with three goals in two appearances this season.
- K. Nisbet is a key contributor for Aberdeen, with one goal and one assist in two matches.
Celtic's Dominant Start to the Season
Celtic leads the Premiership table with a perfect record after three matches. They have been clinical, scoring eight goals and conceding only two, showcasing strong title credentials.
Despite a recent Champions League exit, their domestic form is formidable, winning all recent Premiership and League Cup games. The Bhoys enter this fixture with a fully available squad, a significant boost for the home side.
Their attack is potent, with Kasper Waarst Høgh scoring three goals in two appearances. Forwards C. Durán and Benjamin Nygren are also influential, each contributing two goals and an assist, posing a significant offensive threat.
Aberdeen's Inconsistent Start to the Season
Aberdeen enters this fixture with contrasting recent results. While they enjoyed a strong winning run in the Scotland League Cup, their Premiership campaign has been challenging. They sit 10th in the league with just one win from three matches.
Their league form has dipped after an opening victory, suffering two straight defeats without scoring. The team’s only Premiership away game ended in a 2-0 loss, highlighting issues on the road. Fortunately, Aberdeen has no injury concerns for this match.
K. Nisbet is a key attacking player, with one goal and one assist in two league appearances. However, Aberdeen’s overall lack of goals in the Premiership presents a major challenge against Celtic.
Celtic vs. Aberdeen Prediction: Hoops to continue their dominance
Celtic are in superb form at Celtic Park, with a perfect league start. Given their attacking quality, the Bhoys should take control early. A prediction for ‘Celtic to win Half Time’ is a strong option.
Aberdeen have struggled for consistency, failing to score in their last two league matches. The home side’s dominance suggests a high-scoring game. Therefore, a prediction for ‘Over 2.5 Goals’ in total looks a strong possibility.
Considering Celtic’s overwhelming head-to-head record and current form against a struggling Aberdeen, our main prediction is for the Bhoys to win by a margin of 2 or more goals, continuing their strong start.
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| Best Odds | ||
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| Money Line | Celtic to be winning at half-time | |
| Double Chance & Over/Under | Over 2.5 goals to be scored and Celtic not to lose | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
Where to Watch Celtic vs. Aberdeen
For those wondering where to watch Celtic vs. Aberdeen, there is currently no broadcast information available for this fixture.
- TV: no broadcast scheduled
- Streaming: CelticPlayer
Celtic vs. Aberdeen Predicted Lineups
With no injury concerns ahead of this Scotland Premiership clash, both managers have plenty of options available. The probable Celtic lineup will be looking to establish a strong balance from the start, aiming to control the pace of the game. In turn, the expected Aberdeen lineup will need to be strategically sound to counter their opponents and create chances. The starting XIs chosen by each side will offer a clear glimpse into their tactical approaches for this important fixture.
Celtic
Viljami Kari Veikko Sinisalo; C. Carter-Vickers, C. Donovan, Kieran Tierney, L. Scales; A. Oxlade-Chamberlain, Benjamin Nygren, Haissem Hassan; M. Baur, Yang Hyun-jun, C. Durán.
Aberdeen
M. Müller; C. Cadden, Daniel Keith Happe, L. Mayo, N. Guinness-Walker; A. Aremu, C. Ronan, M. Ntelo; T. Olusanya, T. Yogane, K. Nisbet.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Celtic vs. Aberdeen
- Competition: Scotland Premiership 2026/27
- Date: 02/09/2026
- Kick-off: 19:45 (GMT)
- Venue: Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland
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