Last Updated: May 04, 2026 | 06:07 BST

Celtic Match Centre:
Predicted XIs, Tactical Analysis & Lennoxtown Insights
Celtic are typically finding their groove as the Scottish Premiership reaches its thrilling conclusion. A 3-1 victory over Falkirk at Parkhead was followed by a crucial 2-1 triumph at Hibernian with Kelechi Iheanacho goal securing all three points after Daizen Maeda’s opener was cancelled out by Joe Newell. It means the Bhoys are neck-and-neck with Hearts for the title run-in. Throw in the fact they also have a Scottish Cup final to come against Dunfermline at Hampden on 23 May, then Celtic can still finish what has been a really difficult campaign with a flourish and a couple of trophies to boot.
Next up: Celtic vs Rangers
Celtic have started the Scottish Premiership's post-split fixtures with a crucial wins over Falkirk and Hibernian, which has maintained the momentum ahead of a really tricky run-in as the battle for the title reaches a fever pitch. Next up, the Bhoys prepare for one of the most monumental Old Firm derbies in modern history, with Rangers set to visit Celtic Park on Sunday. With a tricky test away at Motherwell to come before a last-day finale with Hearts on home soil, the magnitude of this game cannot be overplayed. It promises to be a thrilling contest, and Martin O'Neill will make sure his side know exactly what this game will mean to supporters.
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