Celtic on track to match impressive record in the next 24 hours
Celtic are set to take on Falkirk on Sunday as they look to return to winning ways in the Scottish Premiership.
The Hoops have picked up form since Wilfried Nancy’s sacking, and are now back in the title race after a dire period under the Frenchman.
So far, Martin O’Neill is unbeaten since his return to Celtic as caretaker manager and oversaw their progress into the Europa League playoffs on Thursday.
Now, he will be aiming to pick up three points once more in the Scottish Premiership after their 2-2 draw with Hearts last weekend.
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Celtic can pick up eight wins in a row vs Falkirk for first time since 1973
Now, with Celtic looking to maintain pressure on Hearts and Rangers, a win is no doubt needed.
However, if they can achieve this, the squad will also be completing their own bit of history.
To date, Celtic are on a run of seven wins against Falkirk in all competitions.
According to BBC Sport on 31 January, the last time they did this eight times was all the way back in 1973.
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Therefore, if the Hoops beat Falkirk on Sunday, they will match this sensational 53-year feat.
Celtic’s record vs Falkirk explained
Celtic no doubt boast an impressive record against Falkirk.
The Hoops are currently unbeaten in their last 16 meetings against the Scottish Premiership side, last losing 1-0 during the 2006-07 campaign.
In fact, Falkirk have only beaten Celtic four times in their history, including a penalty defeat in the Scottish League Cup, which also came in the 2006-07 season.
However, their last meeting against the side was no doubt a struggle.
Celtic managed to beat Falkirk 1-0 earlier this month, but many of O’Neill’s stars underperformed, and they were highly fortunate to come away with the three points.
Nevertheless, a victory is highly expected on Sunday, especially after their recent good performance against Utrecht in the week.
Hopefully, O’Neill is able to get the best out of his side to ensure that it is not another tough watch against Falkirk.
If not, their title ambitions may be all but over in February, especially if Hearts and Rangers pick up another victory on the weekend against Dundee United and Hibernian.