Celtic FC vs Hibernian: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 22 February

Betiball's prediction for Celtic FC vs Hibernian on 22 February 2026 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Celtic FC vs Hibernian preview before placing your bet.

Celtic FC vs Hibernian: Starting Lineups Time : 22/02/2026 08:00

Celtic FC
1 - 2
Finished
Hibernian
85' event Liam Scales
75' event Benjamin Arthur / Hyun-jun Yang
74' event Auston Trusty
74' event Auston Trusty Card changed
69' event James Forrest / Sebastian Tounekti
69' event Marcelo Saracchi / Kieran Tierney
60' event Reo Hatate / Tomas Cvancara
60' event Daizen Maeda / Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
45+1' event Benjamin Nygren
25' event Callum McGregor
event 87' Kai Andrews
event 75' Kai Andrews / Daniel Barlaser
event 75' Josh Campbell / Nicky Cadden
event 60' Dane Scarlett / Owen Elding
event 60' Ante Suto / Martin Boyle
event 54' Nicky Cadden
event 24' Felix Passlack
85' event Liam Scales
event 87' Kai Andrews
75' event Benjamin Arthur / Hyun-jun Yang
event 75' Kai Andrews / Daniel Barlaser
74' event Auston Trusty
event 75' Josh Campbell / Nicky Cadden
74' event Auston Trusty Card changed
event 60' Dane Scarlett / Owen Elding
69' event James Forrest / Sebastian Tounekti
event 60' Ante Suto / Martin Boyle
69' event Marcelo Saracchi / Kieran Tierney
event 54' Nicky Cadden
60' event Reo Hatate / Tomas Cvancara
event 24' Felix Passlack
60' event Daizen Maeda / Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
45+1' event Benjamin Nygren
25' event Callum McGregor
Celtic FC Celtic FC
Substitutions
#41 Reo Hatate
#38 Daizen Maeda
#36 Marcelo Saracchi
#43 Benjamin Arthur
#49 James Forrest
#12 Viljami Sinisalo
#14 Luke McCowan
#9 Chukwubuike Adamu
#51 Colby Donovan
Celtic FC Celtic FC Hibernian Hibernian
21Shots8
3Shots on Goal4
8Fouls7
11Corner Kick1
7Free kick8
1Offside3
2Yellow card1
1Red card0
1Aerial1
2Save2
10Successful Tackles11
8Interceptions9
18Long pass26
1Assist2
10Successful center3
10Shots off goal1
1Hit The Post0
23Head Success9
8Blocked3
5Tackle8
9Dribbles11
15Throw-in18
636Passes408
91Attacks72
65Dangerous attacks23
4Corner Kicks(HT)0
2BigChances1
1BigChancesMissed0
16ShotsInsideBox5
5ShotsOutsideBox3
49DuelsWon39
1.85ExpectedGoals0.64
0.69xGOT1.14
61Touches In Opposition Box13
30AccurateCrosses11
26GroundDuelsWon30
23AerialDuelsWon9
21Clearances32
Hibernian Hibernian
Substitutions
#28 Kai Andrews
#44 Dane Scarlett
#32 Josh Campbell
#77 Ante Suto
#7 Thody Elie Youan
#42 Munashe Garananga
#13 Jordan Clifford Smith
#27 Kanayo Megwa
#35 Rudi Allan-Molotnikov
Commentary
87' Goal! Kai Andrews - Hibernian
85' Liam Scales - Celtic FC receive a yellow card
75' Celtic FC — substitution: Benjamin Arthur / Hyun-jun Yang
75' Hibernian — substitution: Kai Andrews / Daniel Barlaser
75' Hibernian — substitution: Josh Campbell / Nicky Cadden
74' Auston Trusty - Celtic FC receive a red card
74' VAR review - Celtic FC
69' Celtic FC — substitution: James Forrest / Sebastian Tounekti
69' Celtic FC — substitution: Marcelo Saracchi / Kieran Tierney
60' Celtic FC — substitution: Reo Hatate / Tomas Cvancara
60' Celtic FC — substitution: Daizen Maeda / Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
60' Hibernian — substitution: Dane Scarlett / Owen Elding
60' Hibernian — substitution: Ante Suto / Martin Boyle
54' Nicky Cadden - Hibernian receive a yellow card
45+1' Goal! Benjamin Nygren - Celtic FC
25' Callum McGregor - Celtic FC receive a yellow card
24' Goal! Felix Passlack - Hibernian

How We Build the Celtic FC vs Hibernian Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celtic FC vs Hibernian on 22 February 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 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 Hibernian 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 Hibernian'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.

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

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