Match Overview
Celtic will travel to Easter Road to face Hibernian in a crucial Scottish Premiership fixture this Sunday. The match is expected to have a major impact on the league standings, with both sides fighting for important points before the winter break.
Team News
Celtic
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers will look to maintain his team’s momentum following strong performances in recent weeks. Key players such as Callum McGregor and Kyogo Furuhashi are expected to start, while winger Daizen Maeda remains a doubt due to injury. Defensive adjustments could be made, with Stephen Welsh potentially returning to the squad.
Hibernian
Hibernian’s new coach Nick Montgomery hopes to use home advantage to frustrate the reigning champions. Star striker Dylan Vente is likely to feature, while midfielder Joe Newell continues to recover from fitness issues. The team’s consistency has been improving, and they aim to test Celtic’s backline through quick counterattacks.
Predicted Lineups
- Hibernian (4-2-3-1): Marshall; Miller, Fish, Hanlon, Stevenson; Levitt, Campbell; Boyle, Youan, Tavares; Vente.
- Celtic (4-3-3): Hart; Johnston, Carter-Vickers, Scales, Taylor; McGregor, O’Riley, Hatate; Abada, Kyogo, Palma.
Match Details
- Competition: Scottish Premiership
- Venue: Easter Road, Edinburgh
- Date: Sunday
- Kick-off Time: 3:00 PM (local time)
- TV Channel: Sky Sports Football (UK broadcast)
Key Talking Points
- Celtic seek to extend their unbeaten league run under Rodgers.
- Hibernian aim to build on recent solid performances and secure a statement result at home.
- Set-pieces and wing play could be decisive factors in how both sides approach the match.
“Every game at Easter Road is tough, and we’ll need to be at our best,” said Brendan Rodgers during the pre-match briefing.
Author’s summary: A key Scottish Premiership clash as Hibernian host Celtic, with both sides emphasizing form, discipline, and tactical awareness ahead of Sunday’s encounter.
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