Celtic FC vs Dunfermline Athletic: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 May

Prediction Match Centre

Celtic FC

No standing data

3-1

Celtic FC
Win Probability 75%

23/05/2026 07:00

Dunfermline Athletic

No standing data

Scotland FA Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Celtic FC vs Dunfermline Athletic on 23 May 2026 (kick-off: 07:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Celtic FC vs Dunfermline Athletic preview before placing your bet.

Celtic FC will face Dunfermline Athletic in Scotland FA Cup on May 23, 2026 at 07:00.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.18.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

07:00

2026-05-23

Celtic FC vs Dunfermline Athletic - Prediction & Odds

Celtic FC

Dunfermline Athletic

2026-05-23 07:00

STANDINGS UP TO 23/05/2026

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Celtic FC and Dunfermline Athletic in the Scotland FA Cup football standings for the 2025-2026 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

17/08/2019 07:00

Celtic FC

1 - 1

Dunfermline Athletic

SCO LC

22/02/2012 12:45

Celtic FC

2 - 0

Dunfermline Athletic

SCO PR

02/01/2012 08:00

Dunfermline Athletic

0 - 3

Celtic FC

SCO PR

23/11/2011 12:45

Celtic FC

2 - 1

Dunfermline Athletic

SCO PR

07/02/2010 05:15

Dunfermline Athletic

2 - 4

Celtic FC

SCOFAC

26/05/2007 07:00

Celtic FC

1 - 0

Dunfermline Athletic

SCOFAC

Celtic FC

50%

Draw

17%

Dunfermline Athletic

33%

Celtic FC Last 6 matches

16/05/2026 04:30

Celtic FC 3 - 1 Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

13/05/2026 12:00

Motherwell 2 - 3 Celtic FC

SCO PR

10/05/2026 04:00

Celtic FC 3 - 1 Glasgow Rangers

SCO PR

03/05/2026 04:00

Hibernian 1 - 2 Celtic FC

SCO PR

25/04/2026 09:30

Celtic FC 3 - 1 Falkirk

SCO PR

19/04/2026 06:00

Celtic FC 2 - 2 Saint Mirren

SCOFAC

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Dunfermline Athletic

15/05/2026 11:45

Partick Thistle 2 - 1 Dunfermline Athletic

SCO PR

12/05/2026 11:45

Dunfermline Athletic 1 - 1 Partick Thistle

SCO PR

08/05/2026 11:30

Arbroath 0 - 0 Dunfermline Athletic

SCO PR

05/05/2026 11:45

Dunfermline Athletic 1 - 0 Arbroath

SCO PR

01/05/2026 11:45

Dunfermline Athletic 0 - 0 Arbroath

SCO CH

25/04/2026 07:00

Queen's Park 0 - 2 Dunfermline Athletic

SCO CH

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland FA Cup

Played games

Celtic FC

Dunfermline Athletic

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.80

Scored

Avg. per game

1.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.67

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (80%)1 (20%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

Celtic FC

Recent matches

Dunfermline Athletic

Under /Over

(80%)4 1(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)4 2(33%)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)3 3(50%)

Under /Over

(60%)3 2(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)2 4(67%)

/Yes

(60%)3 2(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)2 4(67%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Celtic FC

Dunfermline Athletic

Shots

Celtic FC

Total shots

13.40 avg / game

Blocked

11 total

Avg. 3.67

Dunfermline Athletic

Total shots

10.67 avg / game

Blocked

5 total

Avg. 1.67

Celtic FC Pass Dunfermline Athletic

Total passes

1346

Avg. 673 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

63%

Total passes

627

Avg. 314 / game

Accurate

67%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Celtic FC

Played games

Dunfermline Athletic

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

Clean sheets

0.67

7.00

Corners

6.50

20.00

100

Throw-ins

16.50

2.00

Offsides

1.50

1.20

GK saves

2.33

Celtic FC

DISCIPLINARY

Dunfermline Athletic

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

3.40

2.50

0.00

0.00

12.40

Fouls

15.17

6.80

Tackles

4.17

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How We Build the Celtic FC vs Dunfermline Athletic Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celtic FC vs Dunfermline Athletic on 23 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Scotland FA Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Celtic FC vs Dunfermline Athletic Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Celtic FC's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Dunfermline Athletic's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Scotland FA Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Scotland FA Cup standings and the Scotland FA Cup form table to understand exactly where Celtic FC and Dunfermline Athletic sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Scotland FA Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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