Oxlade-Chamberlain decision made after injury news, two changes – Celtic predicted XI vs Motherwell
Celtic are set to host Motherwell on Saturday in what is a massive clash at the top of the table.
The Hoops are in desperate need of a victory in the hope of putting further pressure on Heart of Midlothian, who are currently five points clear at the summit.
In comparison, Motherwell will still believe that they can finish third and potentially secure Europa League football next season.
Ahead of this mouthwatering Celtic showdown, Football Insider have attempted to predict how Martin O’Neill will line-up, with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain returning to the fold.
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VISIT THE CELTIC MATCH HUBAlex Oxlade-Chamberlain to return for Celtic vs Motherwell
Since joining the Hoops on a permanent basis, Oxlade-Chamberlain has been a regular in the squad.
The midfielder has played in all but two of Celtic’s games and has also started in two matches.
Against a top side like Motherwell, O’Neill may opt for more experience in the centre, and with Callum McGregor out of action, it could see Oxlade-Chamberlain return.
As a result, Viljami Sinisalo remains in goal, while Julian Araujo keeps his spot at right-back.
With Auston Trusty suspended for the Motherwell match, Benjamin Arthur partners Liam Scales at centre-back, with Marcelo Saracchi coming in at left-back.
Into midfield, Reo Hatate partners Oxlade-Chamberlain in the centre, with Benjamin Nygren as the attacking midfielder.
The front three remains the same as the Rangers match, with Hyun-Jun Yang on the right wing, Sebastian Tounekti on the left wing, and Daizen Maeda as the sole striker.
How to watch Celtic vs Motherwell
Ahead of the match, ex-Aberdeen, Aston Villa, and Everton chief executive Keith Wyness exclusively told Football Insider that fans would be delighted if Motherwell boss Jens Berthel Askou became the new Celtic manager.
Saturday’s clash adds an extra dimension, with the coach being heavily linked to the Hoops for months.
As a result, it has only served to add extra anticipation for what is set to be a huge game.
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However, any fans who are unable to make it to Celtic Park will not be able to catch the game live in the UK due to the 3pm blackout rule.
Nevertheless, subscribers to Celtic TV are able to catch radio coverage of the match.
Highlights will also be made available after full-time through the SFA’s YouTube channel.
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