Adam Idah dropped: Celtic predicted XI v Livingston
Celtic will be expecting a reaction from their shock goalless draw against Kairat Almaty, with Brendan Rodgers set to make changes.
The Hoops could not break through their opponents from Kazakhstan in the first leg of their Champions League play-off, leaving the tie in the balance.
Rodgers has been left frustrated by Celtic’s lack of transfer activity in the market, with their lack of quality and depth in attack exposed against Kairat Almaty.
The challenge of Livingston may prove a similarly frustrating affair, with Rodgers’ side again expected to dominate proceedings at Celtic Park.
Celtic contend with injury issues
Rodgers has injury problems to contend with, alongside the looming trip to Kazakhstan which will decide their European fate.
Alastair Johnson was stretched off in mid-week, meaning Antony Ralston will start at right-back.
Adam Idah was pulled off at half-time after another ineffective display, and the striker now has a knee injury to further derail his poor start to the season.
| Appearances | 75 |
| Goals | 29 |
| Assists | 3 |
With his lack of forward options, Daizen Maeda is expected to deputise up-front meaning Yang will start on the left flank.
Auston Trusty has a foot injury, meaning defensive stalwart Cameron Carter-Vickers will not be rested before the Champions League second leg unless Manchester City loanee Jahmai Simpson-Pusey is handed a first start.
Rodgers may look to freshen up his midfield, with Arne Engels and Luke McCowan both hoping for starts.
Attacking worries could resurface against Livingston
Football Insider Verdict
This should be the perfect match for Celtic before their Champions League decider, but Livingston will have nothing to lose in Glasgow.
David Martindale’s side will travel to Celtic with a similar game plan to Kairat Almaty in mid-week, and all the pressure will be on Rodgers’ men to find the breakthrough.
Rodgers will start strong in a bid to wrap up the match as quickly as possible, with key stars expected to be substituted early if Celtic are in a strong position.
Celtic have started the Scottish Premiership with two wins from two, though they have yet to convince going forward and Livingston will take inspiration from St Mirren’s defensive endeavours on the opening weekend.
Rodgers may be able to win the title in Scotland with the squad currently at his disposal, but the Champions League proved the club needs to act quickly on bringing bodies through the door.