Celtic FC vs Heart of Midlothian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 December

Celtic FC

W L W W D

1st place in League

0-2

16/12/2023 11:00

Heart of Midlothian

D W L D W

3rd place in League

Scottish Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Celtic FC vs Heart of Midlothian on 16 December 2023 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Celtic FC vs Heart of Midlothian preview before placing your bet.

Celtic FC are currently 1st with 78 points after 33 matches.
Heart of Midlothian sit 3rd with 62 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Celtic FC to win with probability 74%.
Head-to-head history favors Celtic FC, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Heart of Midlothian have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

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Weather

11:00

2023-12-16

Celtic FC vs Heart of Midlothian - Prediction & Odds

Celtic FC

Heart of Midlothian

2023-12-16 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/12/2023

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Celtic FC	78	33	24	6	3	80	26	54
02 Glasgow Rangers	75	33	24	3	6	72	23	49
03 Heart of Midlothian	62	33	19	5	9	46	34	12
04 Kilmarnock	51	33	13	12	8	43	34	9
05 Saint Mirren	43	33	12	7	14	38	43	-5
06 Dundee	41	33	10	11	12	44	54	-10
07 Hibernian	39	33	9	12	12	44	51	-7
08 Motherwell	37	33	8	13	12	46	51	-5
09 Aberdeen	35	33	8	11	14	35	49	-14
10 Saint Johnstone	31	33	7	10	16	24	46	-22
11 Ross County	30	33	7	9	17	32	56	-24
12 Livingston	18	33	3	9	21	22	59	-37

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

01 Aberdeen	48	5	4	1	0	13	3	10
02 Hibernian	46	5	2	1	2	8	8	0
03 Motherwell	43	5	2	0	3	10	8	2
04 Saint Johnstone	35	5	1	1	3	5	8	-3
05 Ross County	35	5	1	2	2	6	11	-5
06 Livingston	25	5	2	1	2	7	11	-4

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

01 Celtic FC	93	5	5	0	0	15	4	11
02 Glasgow Rangers	85	5	3	1	1	15	9	6
03 Heart of Midlothian	68	5	1	3	1	8	8	0
04 Kilmarnock	56	5	1	2	2	3	10	-7
05 Saint Mirren	47	5	1	1	3	8	9	-1
06 Dundee	42	5	0	1	4	5	14	-9

Head To Head

22/10/2023 09:15

Heart of Midlothian

1 - 4

Celtic FC

SCO PR

07/05/2023 09:15

Heart of Midlothian

0 - 2

Celtic FC

SCO PR

11/03/2023 08:15

Heart of Midlothian

0 - 3

Celtic FC

SCOFAC

08/03/2023 15:45

Celtic FC

3 - 1

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

22/10/2022 07:30

Heart of Midlothian

3 - 4

Celtic FC

SCO PR

21/08/2022 10:00

Celtic FC

2 - 0

Heart of Midlothian

SCO PR

Celtic FC

100%

Draw

Heart of Midlothian

Celtic FC Last 6 matches

13/12/2023 16:00

Celtic FC 2 - 1 Feyenoord UEFA CL

10/12/2023 08:00

Kilmarnock 2 - 1 Celtic FC SCO PR

06/12/2023 15:45

Celtic FC 4 - 1 Hibernian SCO PR

03/12/2023 08:00

Saint Johnstone 1 - 3 Celtic FC SCO PR

28/11/2023 13:45

Lazio 2 - 0 Celtic FC UEFA CL

25/11/2023 11:00

Celtic FC 1 - 1 Motherwell SCO PR

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Heart of Midlothian

09/12/2023 11:00

Aberdeen 2 - 1 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

06/12/2023 16:00

Heart of Midlothian 0 - 1 Glasgow Rangers SCO PR

02/12/2023 11:00

Kilmarnock 0 - 1 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

25/11/2023 11:00

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 0 Saint Johnstone SCO PR

11/11/2023 11:00

Motherwell 1 - 2 Heart of Midlothian SCO PR

05/11/2023 11:00

Heart of Midlothian 1 - 3 Glasgow Rangers SCO LC

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Premier Leagu...

Played games

Celtic FC

Heart of Midlothian

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.79

Scored

Avg. per game

1.42

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.11

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

34 (89%)4 (11%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

30 (79%)8 (21%)

Celtic FC

Recent matches

Heart of Midlothian

Under /Over

(89%)34 4(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)26 12(32%)

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(21%)8 30(79%)

Under /Over

(66%)25 13(34%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

/Yes

(55%)21 17(45%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(42%)16 22(58%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Celtic FC

Heart of Midlothian

Shots

Celtic FC

Total shots

20.26 avg / game

Blocked

206 total

Avg. 5.89

Heart of Midlothian

Total shots

13.47 avg / game

Blocked

148 total

Avg. 4.35

Celtic FC Pass Heart of Midlothian

Total passes

24557

Avg. 646 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

69%

Total passes

17346

Avg. 456 / game

Accurate

76%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Celtic FC

Played games

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.42

9.50

361

Corners

244

6.42

23.32

886

Throw-ins

968

25.47

1.89

Offsides

1.08

1.76

GK saves

113

2.97

Celtic FC

DISCIPLINARY

Heart of Midlothian

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.24

1.87

0.05

0.00

10.16

386

Fouls

385

10.13

15.66

595

Tackles

554

14.58

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How We Build the Celtic FC vs Heart of Midlothian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celtic FC vs Heart of Midlothian on 16 December 2023 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 Scottish Premier League 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 Heart of Midlothian 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 Heart of Midlothian'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.

Scottish Premier League 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 Scottish Premier League standings and the Scottish Premier League form table to understand exactly where Celtic FC and Heart of Midlothian 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 Scottish Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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