Celtic vs Kilmarnock predictions, lineups and betting odds for this Scottish Premiership clash. Tips, bet builder ideas and standout prices inside.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Match Summary
Competition | Scottish Premiership |
|---|---|
Match Date | Sunday 8 November 2026 |
Match Time | 16:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Glasgow, Celtic Park |
The leaders host a side scrapping at the wrong end of the table, and on paper this Celtic vs Kilmarnock fixture in the Scottish Premiership looks a mismatch.
Martin O'Neill's side were beaten 2-0 at Falkirk last time out in the league. They responded with a stirring 3-2 Europa League win over Besiktas in midweek.
Neil McCann's Kilmarnock have managed just two league wins so far. Their latest outing was a 2-2 home draw with ten-man St Johnstone, a game they really needed to win.
History offers Killie little comfort. Celtic have won their last nine matches against Kilmarnock in all competitions, and the visitors have not even scraped a draw in that run.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Form
Celtic's domestic form has wobbled, with a home draw against Dundee United followed by that 2-0 defeat at Falkirk. Europe has been kinder, and the Besiktas comeback proved this squad still has teeth. Camilo Durán is the man in form, with a goal or an assist in four of five recent Premiership games.
Kilmarnock's league form is grim. A 3-1 defeat at Dundee preceded the St Johnstone draw. They have also conceded at least two goals in each of their last five Premiership matches. Greg Kiltie and Joe Hugill are ever-presents up top, but finishing has been a real problem for this side.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Celtic: Alistair Johnston (Doubtful), Yang Hyun-Jun (Doubtful)
Kilmarnock: Max Stryjek (Doubtful), Bailey Rice (Doubtful)
Celtic
O'Neill rotated for the Besiktas win, with Callum Osmand, Haissem Hassan and Camilo Durán among those who made way. The probable Celtic vs Kilmarnock lineups have that trio straight back in, with Benjamin Nygren keeping his place behind the striker. Alistair Johnston and Yang Hyun-Jun are both doubts.
Kilmarnock
McCann made two changes for the St Johnstone draw, with Djenairo Daniëls replacing Tyreece John-Jules alongside Joe Hugill up front. Erik Ring came in at left wing-back, and the probable shape stays a 3-4-1-2. Max Stryjek and Bailey Rice are doubtful.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Predicted Lineup
Celtic
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Sam Johnstone; Jordan Lotomba, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Liam Scales, Kieran Tierney; Callum McGregor, Mika Baur; Haissem Hassan, Benjamin Nygren, Callum Osmand; Camilo Durán (probable)
Kilmarnock
Formation: 3-4-1-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Nico Mantl; Robbie Deas, George Stanger, Cathal McCarthy; Jamie Brandon, Tom Lowery, Aaron Tshibola, Erik Ring; Greg Kiltie; Djenairo Daniëls, Joe Hugill (probable)
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Key Stats & Match Facts
Celtic have scored 2+ goals in 8 out of 8 matches against Kilmarnock in the Premiership.
Celtic have scored 4+ goals in 5 out of 8 matches against Kilmarnock in the Premiership.
Celtic have had 6+ shots on target in 8 out of 8 matches against Kilmarnock in the Premiership.
There have been 27+ shots taken in 8 of the last 10 meetings between Celtic and Kilmarnock in the Premiership.
There have been 28+ shots taken in 5 of Kilmarnock's last 5 matches in the Premiership.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Celtic to win 3-0. The Falkirk defeat stung, but a leaky Kilmarnock back line is the ideal opponent for getting back to winning ways at home. The Celtic vs Kilmarnock betting odds make the hosts 1/5 with Coral, which leaves little meat on the bone in the match result market, so we would rather back their attacking players.
Best Bets
Benjamin Nygren to score at any time in the Anytime Goalscorer market. He is Celtic's attacking midfielder in a side projected to dominate at Celtic Park. Nygren has scored in two of his three most recent Premiership appearances against Kilmarnock, and he is a regular starter against a defence that struggles badly with skilful players. His implied probability at the current price sits well below what his output deserves, which makes him the value angle among our Celtic vs Kilmarnock best bets.
Mika Baur to have over 2.5 shots in the Player Shots market. He is an ever-present in Celtic's midfield. Baur starts every week in the engine room, and Celtic have had 18+ shots in 4 out of 4 matches against Kilmarnock in the Premiership. With the hosts set to camp in Killie's half, there should be plenty of loose balls for him to have a pop from range.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Bet Builder
Our Celtic vs Kilmarnock bet builder tips lean on Camilo Durán's red-hot form, a booking for George Stanger and a shot on target from Mika Baur.
Camilo Durán to score anytime. Only once in his latest five Premiership outings has the striker failed to score, and he returns to lead the line after making way for the Besiktas game.
Camilo Durán over 2.5 shots is the next leg. Five Premiership games, five with 3+ shots attempted, so the volume is there, and this Kilmarnock defence gives up plenty of looks.
George Stanger to be shown a card. The centre-back has picked up a booking three times across four recent Premiership matches, and Killie's aggressive style hardly helps him.
Mika Baur over 0.5 shots on target rounds it off. The midfielder has hit the target at least once in every one of his five most recent Premiership games.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 10/1 and is as short as 10/1 elsewhere.
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Celtic vs Kilmarnock Talking Points
The big question is whether Celtic carry their European-night energy into Sunday. Their one soft spot is a defence that lets opponents carve out openings, but Kilmarnock's finishing has been too blunt to punish that. Kilmarnock's last five Premiership games have all gone over 2.5 goals, and with this Celtic attack in full flow, most of the goals look like coming at one end. Celtic have also been winning at half-time and full-time in 6 of their last 8 home matches against Kilmarnock in all competitions, which points to an early lead and a long afternoon for the visitors, and underpins our Celtic vs Kilmarnock prediction. John Beaton is the man in the middle.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Predictions FAQs
When is the Celtic vs Kilmarnock Scottish Premiership game?
The match is on Sunday 8 November 2026 at 16:00 UK time.
Where is Celtic vs Kilmarnock being played?
The match is being played at Celtic Park in Glasgow.
What competition is Celtic vs Kilmarnock in?
Celtic vs Kilmarnock is a Scottish Premiership fixture in the 2026/2027 season.
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