Celtic FC vs Glasgow Rangers Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – December 15

Celtic FC

W W W D W

No standing data

3-3

Pen. 5-4

15/12/2024 11:30

Glasgow Rangers

W W W W D

No standing data

Scotland League Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Celtic FC vs Glasgow Rangers on December 15, 2024 (kick-off: 11:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Celtic FC vs Glasgow Rangers preview before placing for you.

Our algorithm prediction: Celtic FC to win with probability 53%.
Head-to-head history favors Celtic FC, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. Glasgow Rangers have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

11:30

2024-12-15

Celtic FC vs Glasgow Rangers - Prediction & Odds

Celtic FC

Glasgow Rangers

2024-12-15 11:30

STANDINGS UP TO 15/12/2024

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Aberdeen	12	4	4	0	0	15	1	14
02 Airdrie United	9	4	3	0	1	15	5	10
03 Queen of South	6	4	2	0	2	5	6	-1
04 Dumbarton	1	4	0	1	3	4	13	-9
05 East Kilbride	1	4	0	1	3	2	16	-14

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Falkirk	9	4	3	0	1	11	2	9
02 Dundee United	9	4	3	0	1	10	5	5
03 Ayr United	9	4	3	0	1	9	5	4
04 Stenhousemuir	3	4	1	0	3	5	11	-6
05 Buckie Thistle FC	0	4	0	0	4	5	17	-12

Group C	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Hibernian	9	4	3	0	1	14	2	12
02 Queen's Park	9	4	3	0	1	16	5	11
03 Peterhead	6	4	2	0	2	5	11	-6
04 Kelty Hearts	4	4	1	1	2	2	8	-6
05 Elgin City	1	4	0	1	3	3	14	-11

Group D	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Dundee	12	4	4	0	0	18	2	16
02 Annan Athletic	7	4	2	1	1	7	5	2
03 Inverness	4	4	1	1	2	3	7	-4
04 Arbroath	4	4	1	1	2	1	5	-4
05 Bonnyrigg Rose	1	4	0	1	3	3	13	-10

Group E	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Spartans	9	4	3	0	1	7	3	4
02 Livingston	9	4	3	0	1	5	1	4
03 Forfar Athletic	4	4	1	1	2	3	4	-1
04 Cove Rangers	4	4	1	1	2	3	9	-6
05 Dunfermline Athletic	3	4	1	0	3	4	5	-1

Group F	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Saint Johnstone	9	4	3	0	1	11	5	6
02 East Fife	7	4	2	1	1	8	5	3
03 Alloa Athletic	7	4	2	1	1	7	5	2
04 Greenock Morton	6	4	2	0	2	3	6	-3
05 Brechin City	0	4	0	0	4	2	10	-8

Group G	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Motherwell	8	4	2	2	0	7	2	5
02 Partick Thistle	7	4	2	1	1	11	5	6
03 Montrose	7	4	2	1	1	6	5	1
04 Clyde	6	4	2	0	2	9	6	3
05 Edinburgh City	0	4	0	0	4	1	16	-15

Group H	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Ross County	12	4	4	0	0	10	3	7
02 Raith Rovers	7	4	2	1	1	7	4	3
03 Hamilton Academical	5	4	1	2	1	5	3	2
04 Stirling Albion	2	4	0	2	2	2	8	-6
05 Stranraer	1	4	0	1	3	4	10	-6

Head To Head

01/09/2024 07:30

Celtic FC

3 - 0

Glasgow Rangers

SCO PR

25/05/2024 10:00

Celtic FC

1 - 0

Glasgow Rangers

SCOFAC

11/05/2024 07:30

Celtic FC

2 - 1

Glasgow Rangers

SCO PR

07/04/2024 07:00

Glasgow Rangers

3 - 3

Celtic FC

SCO PR

30/12/2023 08:30

Celtic FC

2 - 1

Glasgow Rangers

SCO PR

03/09/2023 07:00

Glasgow Rangers

0 - 1

Celtic FC

SCO PR

Celtic FC

83%

Draw

17%

Glasgow Rangers

Celtic FC Last 6 matches

07/12/2024 11:00

Celtic FC 3 - 0 Hibernian SCO PR

04/12/2024 16:00

Aberdeen 0 - 1 Celtic FC SCO PR

30/11/2024 11:00

Celtic FC 5 - 0 Ross County SCO PR

27/11/2024 16:00

Celtic FC 1 - 1 Club Brugge UEFA CL

23/11/2024 15:45

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 4 Celtic FC SCO PR

10/11/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock 0 - 2 Celtic FC SCO PR

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Glasgow Rangers

08/12/2024 08:00

Ross County 0 - 3 Glasgow Rangers SCO PR

04/12/2024 15:45

Glasgow Rangers 6 - 0 Kilmarnock SCO PR

01/12/2024 08:00

Saint Johnstone 0 - 1 Glasgow Rangers SCO PR

28/11/2024 16:00

Nice 1 - 4 Glasgow Rangers UEFA EL

23/11/2024 11:50

Glasgow Rangers 1 - 1 Dundee United SCO PR

10/11/2024 13:00

Glasgow Rangers 1 - 0 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland League Cup

Played games

Goals

Scored

707

Avg. per game

2.36

Conceded

316

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored

591

Avg. per game

1.97

Conceded

334

Avg. per game

1.11

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

264 (88%)36 (12%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

259 (86%)41 (14%)

Celtic FC

Recent matches

Glasgow Rangers

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(69%)31 14(31%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Celtic FC

Glasgow Rangers

Shots

Celtic FC

Total shots

16.39 avg / game

Blocked

980 total

Avg. 4.64

Glasgow Rangers

Total shots

16.84 avg / game

Blocked

1063 total

Avg. 5.06

Celtic FC Pass Glasgow Rangers

Total passes

146844

Avg. 630 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

64%

Total passes

120505

Avg. 504 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

58%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Celtic FC

300

Played games

Glasgow Rangers

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

119

Clean sheets

107

0.36

7.50

2250

Corners

1938

6.46

16.29

4887

Throw-ins

5146

17.15

1.65

495

Offsides

458

1.53

1.97

591

GK saves

636

2.12

Celtic FC

DISCIPLINARY

Glasgow Rangers

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.28

384

508

1.69

0.05

0.07

9.54

2862

Fouls

2997

9.99

10.25

3074

Tackles

3476

11.59

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How We Build the Celtic FC vs Glasgow Rangers Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celtic FC vs Glasgow Rangers on 15 December 2024 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 League 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 Glasgow Rangers 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 Glasgow Rangers'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 League 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 League Cup standings and the Scotland League Cup form table to understand exactly where Celtic FC and Glasgow Rangers 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 League Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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