There is absolutely no rest for the wicked. Such is the nature of the British festive footballing schedule. Celtic now prepare to face Hibernian in the Scottish Premiership, only three days after their difficult away fixture at Pittodrie Stadium against Aberdeen, which the champions won by a 1-0 scoreline.
Heading into the Aberdeen match, Brendan Rodgers knew how contested the fixture would be. Indeed. Celtic edged past Aberdeen, their closest title rivals so far this season, with Reo Hatate scoring the late winning goal.
For the Hoops, it didn't matter how the win came. All that mattered was the three points added to the board. It extended their lead at the top of the table to seven points, with a game in hand.
Next up in the league, Celtic face Hibernian. Therefore, let's run through everything to know before the fixture commences.
Celtic vs Hibernian: Preview, Prediction, Lineups
When does Celtic vs Hibernian kick off?
Celtic vs Hibernian kicks off on Saturday 7 December at 15:00 GMT.
- When is kick off? Saturday 7 December, 2024
- What time is kick off? 15:00 GMT
- Where is it played? Celtic Park, Glasgow
Celtic vs Hibernian head to head record
In the last five Celtic vs Hibernian meetings, the Hoops have won four times. The other match ended as a draw.
Date | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|
18 August 2024 | Celtic 3-1 Hibernian | League Cup |
11 August 2024 | Hibernian 0-2 Celtic | Premiership |
7 February 2024 | Hibernian 1-2 Celtic | Premiership |
6 December 2023 | Celtic 4-1 Hibernian | Premiership |
28 October 2023 | Hibernian 0-0 Celtic | Premiership |
Is Celtic vs Hibernian on TV?
No, Celtic vs Hibernian is not televised. However, Celtic TV and Hibs TV will provide a live stream for the match.
Celtic team news
Odin Thiago Holm remains the only absentee for Celtic as it stands. He will not feature in the match against Hibernian.
Rodgers will almost certainly rotate his squad in this match. This is customary for the Hoops boss and it will especially be the case with the busy December schedule.
Predicted Celtic lineup vs Hibernian: Schmeichel; Ralston, Carter-Vickers, Trusty, Taylor; Hatate, McGregor, McGowan; Forrest, Idah, Maeda
Hibernian team news
Kwon Hyeok-kyu is unable to play this match for the visitors. This is due to the rules preventing him from facing his parent club, since he is on loan from Celtic.
Kieron Bowie is doubtful for this match due to a hamstring concern. Other than these two players, though, Hibs can field their strongest lineup at Parkhead.
Predicted Hibernian lineup vs Celtic: Smith; Iredale, O'Hora, Bushiri; C. Cadden, Triantis, Newell, N. Cadden; Hoilett; Youan, Kuharevich
Celtic vs Hibernian score prediction
Even with a rotated team, Celtic are capable of getting the better of Hibs. It will be an interesting contest between the two sides but the Hoops' fringe players should be even more inspired to win, setting a good impression on the boss.