Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 29 December

Betiball's prediction for Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone on 29 December 2024 (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 Saint Johnstone preview before placing your bet.

Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone: Starting Lineups Time : 29/12/2024 11:00

Celtic FC
4 - 0
Finished
Saint Johnstone
74' event Luke McCowan / Reo Hatate
74' event Anthony Ralston / Alistair Johnston
73' event Daizen Maeda
68' event Adam Idah / Kyogo Furuhashi
68' event Daizen Maeda / Nicolas Kuhn
67' event Callum McGregor / Arne Engels
64' event Kyogo Furuhashi
59' event Kyogo Furuhashi
30' event Nicolas Kuhn
event 79' Jason Holt / Jack Sanders
event 69' Graham Carey / Sven Sprangler
event 46' Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka / Mackenzie Kirk
event 46' Lewis Neilson / Aaron Essel
event 46' Adama Sidibeh / Nicky Clark
event 26' Aaron Essel
74' event Luke McCowan / Reo Hatate
event 79' Jason Holt / Jack Sanders
74' event Anthony Ralston / Alistair Johnston
event 69' Graham Carey / Sven Sprangler
73' event Daizen Maeda
event 46' Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka / Mackenzie Kirk
68' event Adam Idah / Kyogo Furuhashi
event 46' Lewis Neilson / Aaron Essel
68' event Daizen Maeda / Nicolas Kuhn
event 46' Adama Sidibeh / Nicky Clark
67' event Callum McGregor / Arne Engels
event 26' Aaron Essel
64' event Kyogo Furuhashi
59' event Kyogo Furuhashi
30' event Nicolas Kuhn
Celtic FC Celtic FC
Substitutions
#9 Adam Idah
#38 Daizen Maeda
#42 Callum McGregor
#56 Anthony Ralston
#14 Luke McCowan
#12 Viljami Sinisalo
#7 Luis Enrique Palma Oseguera
#6 Auston Trusty
#3 Greg Taylor
Celtic FC Celtic FC Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
30Shots1
11Shots on Goal0
8Fouls1
12Corner Kick2
1Free kick8
1Offside2
0Yellow card1
23Aerial25
0Save7
17Successful Tackles16
7Interceptions12
25Long pass22
3Assist0
14Shots off goal1
11Head Success13
5Blocked0
17Tackle16
7Dribbles1
23Throw-in12
709Passes303
156Attacks48
122Dangerous attacks12
8Corner Kicks(HT)0
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
Substitutions
#11 Graham Carey
#29 Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka
#16 Adama Sidibeh
#6 Lewis Neilson
#7 Jason Holt
#33 David Keltjens
#17 Maksym Kucheriavyi
#14 Drey Wright
#20 Ross Sinclair
Commentary
79' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Jason Holt / Jack Sanders
74' Celtic FC — substitution: Luke McCowan / Reo Hatate
74' Celtic FC — substitution: Anthony Ralston / Alistair Johnston
73' Goal! Daizen Maeda - Celtic FC
69' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Graham Carey / Sven Sprangler
68' Celtic FC — substitution: Adam Idah / Kyogo Furuhashi
68' Celtic FC — substitution: Daizen Maeda / Nicolas Kuhn
67' Celtic FC — substitution: Callum McGregor / Arne Engels
64' Goal! Kyogo Furuhashi - Celtic FC
59' Goal! Kyogo Furuhashi - Celtic FC
46' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka / Mackenzie Kirk
46' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Lewis Neilson / Aaron Essel
46' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Adama Sidibeh / Nicky Clark
30' Goal! Nicolas Kuhn - Celtic FC
26' Aaron Essel - Saint Johnstone receive a yellow card

How We Build the Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone on 29 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 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 Saint Johnstone 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 Saint Johnstone'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 Saint Johnstone 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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