Celtic FC vs Kilmarnock: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Celtic FC

W W W L W

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2-1

18/01/2025 13:30

Kilmarnock

D L W L W

No standing data

Scotland FA Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Celtic FC vs Kilmarnock on 18 January 2025 (kick-off: 13:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Celtic FC vs Kilmarnock preview before placing your bet.

Our algorithm prediction: Celtic FC to win with probability 79%.
Head-to-head history favors Celtic FC, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Kilmarnock have one win, 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

13:30

2025-01-18

Celtic FC vs Kilmarnock - Prediction & Odds

Celtic FC

Kilmarnock

2025-01-18 13:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2025

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Celtic FC and Kilmarnock in the Scotland FA Cup football standings for the 2024-2025 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Head To Head

10/11/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock

0 - 2

Celtic FC

SCO PR

04/08/2024 11:30

Celtic FC

4 - 0

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

15/05/2024 14:30

Kilmarnock

0 - 5

Celtic FC

SCO PR

17/02/2024 11:00

Celtic FC

1 - 1

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

10/12/2023 08:00

Kilmarnock

2 - 1

Celtic FC

SCO PR

07/10/2023 10:00

Celtic FC

3 - 1

Kilmarnock

SCO PR

Celtic FC

67%

Draw

17%

Kilmarnock

17%

Celtic FC Last 6 matches

11/01/2025 08:30

Ross County 1 - 4 Celtic FC SCO PR

08/01/2025 15:45

Celtic FC 2 - 0 Dundee United SCO PR

05/01/2025 11:00

Celtic FC 3 - 0 Saint Mirren SCO PR

02/01/2025 11:00

Glasgow Rangers 3 - 0 Celtic FC SCO PR

29/12/2024 11:00

Celtic FC 4 - 0 Saint Johnstone SCO PR

26/12/2024 11:00

Celtic FC 4 - 0 Motherwell SCO PR

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Kilmarnock

08/01/2025 15:45

Kilmarnock 0 - 0 Motherwell SCO PR

05/01/2025 11:00

Kilmarnock 0 - 1 Ross County SCO PR

02/01/2025 11:00

Kilmarnock 2 - 0 Saint Mirren SCO PR

29/12/2024 11:00

Hibernian 1 - 0 Kilmarnock SCO PR

26/12/2024 11:00

Kilmarnock 4 - 0 Aberdeen SCO PR

20/12/2024 15:45

Motherwell 1 - 1 Kilmarnock SCO PR

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland FA Cup

Played games

Goals

Scored

707

Avg. per game

2.36

Conceded

318

Avg. per game

1.06

Scored

393

Avg. per game

1.31

Conceded

387

Avg. per game

1.29

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

264 (88%)36 (12%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

216 (72%)84 (28%)

Celtic FC

Recent matches

Kilmarnock

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(71%)32 13(29%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Celtic FC

Kilmarnock

Shots

Celtic FC

Total shots

16.35 avg / game

Blocked

976 total

Avg. 4.65

Kilmarnock

Total shots

11.64 avg / game

Blocked

576 total

Avg. 3.45

Celtic FC Pass Kilmarnock

Total passes

146190

Avg. 630 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

64%

Total passes

60679

Avg. 332 / game

Accurate

67%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Celtic FC

300

Played games

Kilmarnock

300

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

118

Clean sheets

0.31

7.49

2246

Corners

1472

4.91

16.25

4874

Throw-ins

4551

15.17

1.66

497

Offsides

304

1.01

1.97

591

GK saves

644

2.15

Celtic FC

DISCIPLINARY

Kilmarnock

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.28

385

494

1.65

0.05

0.11

9.53

2859

Fouls

2668

8.89

10.22

3066

Tackles

2504

8.35

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How We Build the Celtic FC vs Kilmarnock Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celtic FC vs Kilmarnock on 18 January 2025 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 Kilmarnock 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 Kilmarnock'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 Kilmarnock 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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