Celtic will look to return to winning ways when they host an out-of-form Kilmarnock in the 12th round of the Scottish Premiership at Celtic Park on Sunday, 9 November 2025.
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Celtic vs Kilmarnock predictions: Hosts to reign supreme
Key stats
- Celtic have won seven consecutive skirmishes with Kilmarnock.
- Kilmarnock are currently on a four-game losing streak.
- Four of Celtic's last five games produced goals at both ends.
Correct score prediction: Celtic 3-1 Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock have lost four games in a row. They conceded exactly three goals in three of those defeats, two of which ended 3-1.
Interestingly, there has also been a trend with Celtic's recent games, as three of their last four matches concluded with the home team winning 3-1.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Celtic are odds-on favourites
- HOME: 1/8 (1.13) – 88.9%
- DRAW: 13/2 (7.50) – 13.3%
- AWAY: 12/1 (13.00) – 7.7%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Celtic have had a disappointing campaign so far. Despite being second in the Premiership, they are nine points behind league leaders Heart of Midlothian.
The Bhoys have had a near-perfect record at home, however, earning 13 points from a possible 15 at Celtic Park.
On the other hand, the past few weeks have not been very pleasant for Kilmarnock, as they have suffered four defeats in as many games, conceding 10 goals in the process.
As things stand, Kilmarnock are 10th in the Premiership ahead of their encounter with second-placed Celtic.
Considering Kilmarnock’s recent run of results, it is unsurprising that Celtic are the expected winners at 1/8 (1.13). Teams with these odds usually have an 88.9% probability of winning.
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Moreover, keeping in mind that both teams found the net in four of Celtic's last five matches, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 19/20 (1.95). That one has a 51.3% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Celtic's dominance to continue?
Celtic came out on top the last six times these teams squared off against each other. They are unbeaten in seven consecutive skirmishes between these outfits and have not lost a home game against Kilmarnock since October 2012.
Scotland Premiership 14/09/25
Kilmarnock
Celtic
Scotland Premiership 12/04/25
Celtic
Kilmarnock
Scotland FA Cup 18/01/25
Celtic
Kilmarnock
Scotland Premiership 10/11/24
Kilmarnock
Celtic
Scotland Premiership 04/08/24
Celtic
Kilmarnock
Celtic preview: Injury woes continue
During Thursday's 3-1 defeat to Midtjylland in the UEFA Europa League, Celtic were without Jota, who has a cruciate ligament injury, and Cameron Carter-Vickers, who was sidelined with an Achilles tendon rupture. These players are expected to be out of this weekend's contest as well.
There are also doubts surrounding the availability of Arne Engels and Callum Osmand as both players picked up injuries against Midtjylland.
Predicted lineup: Schmeichel (GK), Ralston, Trusty, Scales, Saracchi, Bernardo, McGregor, Hatate, Maeda, Kenny & Tounekti.
Last five matches
- Midtjylland 3-1 Celtic
- Celtic 3-1 Rangers
- Celtic 4-0 Falkirk
- Hearts 3-1 Celtic
- Celtic 2-1 Sturm
Kilmarnock preview: Hoping to halt their unwanted streak
Kilmarnock, on the other hand, have centre-forward Djenairo Daniels out for the remainder of the season due to a bad knee injury, while left winger Matthew Kennedy continues to be sidelined with a hip problem.
Predicted lineup: Oluwayemi (GK), Thompson, Deas, Stanger, Brannan, Lyons, Tiffoney, McKenzie, Watson, Dackers & Anderson.
Last five matches
- Falkirk 3-1 Kilmarnock
- Kilmarnock 0-1 Aberdeen
- Rangers 3-1 Kilmarnock
- Kilmarnock 0-3 Hearts
- Kilmarnock 2-0 St Mirren
Player to watch: Daizen Maeda
Daizen Maeda has an excellent track record against Kilmarnock, scoring in three consecutive meetings between these sides. However, the Japanese winger has struggled to find his stride, scoring only once in his last eight appearances across all competitions. It will be interesting to see if Maeda will extend his scoring streak against Kilmarnock.