Falkirk vs Celtic predictions, predicted lineups, odds and bet builder tips. Scottish Premiership preview with the best betting angles before kick-off.
Falkirk vs Celtic Match Summary
Competition | Scottish Premiership 2026/2027 |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 1 November 2026 |
Match Time | 13:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | The Falkirk Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | Sky Sports Football |
Falkirk vs Celtic pits two of the Scottish Premiership's most in-form sides against each other at The Falkirk Stadium, with Sky Sports Football showing Sunday's 13:00 kick-off.
Falkirk sit sixth in the table, and John McGlynn's side have become one of the division's form teams by keeping things direct, with long balls and a heavy lean down the right.
Celtic arrive top of the table with a four-point lead. Martin O'Neill's side are ruthless in front of goal, but they still allow opponents more openings than leaders should.
Celtic have won each of their last 10 meetings with Falkirk in all competitions. With Rangers in Scottish League Cup action on Saturday, victory here would take the Hoops seven points clear.
Falkirk vs Celtic Form
Falkirk have won their last three Premiership matches, beating Kilmarnock comfortably at home before grinding out a narrow win against Aberdeen at Pittodrie. Ryan Strain has been the creative spark from right-back, with an assist in three straight Premiership appearances, while Jacob Murrell leads the line with real intent.
Celtic are unbeaten in 17 of their last 18 Premiership matches, and they won at Easter Road against Hibernian before being held at home by Dundee United in midweek. Camilo Durán is the form man, with a goal in each of his last four Premiership games, and Benjamin Nygren pulling the strings behind Kasper Høgh.
Falkirk vs Celtic Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Falkirk: Keelan Adams (Doubtful), Aidan Nesbitt (Doubtful), Ethan Laidlaw (Doubtful), Leon McCann (Doubtful), Aodhan Doherty (Doubtful), Joe Gardner (Doubtful)
Celtic: Alistair Johnston (Doubtful), Yang Hyun-Jun (Doubtful)
Falkirk
John McGlynn named an unchanged side for the win at Pittodrie, but Leon McCann is a doubt after starting at left-back, so Scott Tanser comes into the probable XI. Ben Krauhaus, the midweek matchwinner, was back on the bench following injury and is pencilled in behind Jacob Murrell, while Finley Barbrook partners Brad Spencer in the engine room. Five others are also listed as doubtful.
Celtic
Celtic's half of the Falkirk vs Celtic lineups looks settled after Martin O'Neill named an unchanged side against Dundee United. Sam Johnstone keeps the gloves behind Kieran Tierney, Liam Scales, Dane Murray and Colby Donovan, while captain Callum McGregor and Mika Baur form the engine room. Alistair Johnston and Yang Hyun-Jun are doubts, while Callum Osmand, Benjamin Nygren and Camilo Durán are in the probable XI supporting Kasper Høgh.
Falkirk vs Celtic Predicted Lineup
Falkirk
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Scott Bain; Ryan Strain, Liam Henderson, Lewis Neilson, Scott Tanser; Finley Barbrook, Brad Spencer; Ethan Ross, Ben Krauhaus, Owen Eames; Jacob Murrell (probable)
Celtic
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Sam Johnstone; Colby Donovan, Dane Murray, Liam Scales, Kieran Tierney; Callum McGregor, Mika Baur; Camilo Durán, Benjamin Nygren, Callum Osmand; Kasper Høgh (probable)
Falkirk vs Celtic Key Stats & Match Facts
Benjamin Nygren has scored in 3 of his last 4 appearances against Falkirk (Premiership).
Benjamin Nygren has recorded 1+ shots on target in 4 of his last 4 appearances against Falkirk (Premiership).
Celtic have had 7+ shots on target in 8 of their last 10 matches (Premiership).
Kieran Tierney has assisted in 2 of his last 3 appearances against Falkirk (Premiership).
Mika Baur has made 3+ tackles in 7 of his last 7 appearances (Premiership).
Falkirk vs Celtic Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Falkirk 1-2 Celtic. The Bairns have earned their respect and Jacob Murrell can get them on the board, but the Falkirk vs Celtic betting odds make the leaders 1/2 with Coral for good reason. Celtic carry too much quality in the final third, with Camilo Durán and Benjamin Nygren supplying the cutting edge, and they leave enough gaps at the back to make goals at both ends the story of the afternoon.
Best Bets
Celtic to win at Falkirk in the Win Market. The leaders carry a 60.6% win probability here, and their quality going forward makes this the strongest of our Falkirk vs Celtic best bets. They have also led at both half-time and full-time in each of their last six clashes with the Bairns in all competitions.
Over 2.5 total goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. The Hoops have hit at least 2 goals in nine of their past 10 meetings with Falkirk across all competitions. Their last three Premiership games have all cleared this line too, and with Murrell carrying a genuine threat for the hosts, goals at both ends look a fair bet.
Falkirk vs Celtic Bet Builder
Our Falkirk vs Celtic bet builder tips combine three player legs: Camilo Durán to score, plus Jacob Murrell for shots and shots on target. The combination pays 11/4 with Bet365.
Durán has netted in four straight Premiership outings, so the Anytime Goalscorer leg backs a wide man in red-hot form. He is shooting freely too, with 3+ attempts in each of them.
Leg two asks Jacob Murrell for at least two shots. Across his last eight Premiership matches he has hit that mark every time, and Falkirk's long-ball approach keeps feeding him.
Leg three asks Murrell to land a shot on target. The striker has found the net in three of his past four league outings, and this line has come in seven times across his last nine.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 11/4 and is as short as 13/8 elsewhere.
Make sure to get the best odds on your Bet Builder with Oddschecker's Exclusive Bet Builder Comparison Tool.
Bet builder odds correct at time of publishing.
Falkirk vs Celtic Talking Points
The big question is whether Celtic have tightened up. Captain Callum McGregor likened their open shape to a "basketball game" after the 2-2 draw with Dundee United, and Martin O'Neill agreed with him. That matters here, because Falkirk love a pop from distance and defending long shots is one of the leaders' softer spots. The Bairns have also kept back-to-back clean sheets against Kilmarnock and Aberdeen, and they play on the only artificial surface in the Premiership this season. None of that changes our Falkirk vs Celtic prediction, as Celtic have too much quality going forward, but it does point towards a messy, open afternoon rather than a stroll.
Falkirk vs Celtic Predictions FAQs
When is the Falkirk vs Celtic kick-off?
Falkirk vs Celtic kicks off on Sunday 1 November 2026 at 13:00 UK time.
Where is Falkirk vs Celtic being played?
The match is being played at The Falkirk Stadium.
Where can I watch Falkirk vs Celtic?
Falkirk vs Celtic can be watched on Sky Sports Football.
What competition is Falkirk vs Celtic in?
Falkirk vs Celtic is a Scottish Premiership match in the 2026/2027 season.
Disclaimer
Important information: This article may contain links to betting offers or promotions for Falkirk vs Celtic that were available at the time of publication. These offers may have since expired, changed, or no longer be available.
Oddschecker offers are selected from operators that our football experts work with regularly and have first-hand experience of. If you open an account via one of these links, Oddschecker may earn commission. This helps support our coverage and allows us to continue producing expert analysis and football content across Scottish Premiership.
Please gamble responsibly. 18+.
