Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 March

Betiball's prediction for Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone on 16 March 2024 (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 Saint Johnstone preview before placing your bet.

Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone: Starting Lineups Time : 16/03/2024 08:00

Celtic FC
3 - 1
Finished
Saint Johnstone
86' event Gustaf Lagerbielke / Matthew ORiley
75' event Odin Thiago Holm / Cameron Carter-Vickers
75' event Adam Idah / Kyogo Furuhashi
68' event James Forrest
63' event James Forrest / Nicolas Kuhn
63' event Daniel Kelly / Paulo Bernardo
46' event Nicolas Kuhn
40' event Kyogo Furuhashi
event 90+4' Daniel Philips
event 90+1' Ryan McGowan
event 81' Connor Smith
event 74' Steve May / Graham Carey
event 74' Connor Smith / Matthew Smith
event 64' Tony Gallacher / Luke Robinson
event 64' Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka / Adama Sidibeh
event 45' Adama Sidibeh
event 25' Maksym Kucheriavyi / Sven Sprangler
86' event Gustaf Lagerbielke / Matthew ORiley
event 90+4' Daniel Philips
75' event Odin Thiago Holm / Cameron Carter-Vickers
event 90+1' Ryan McGowan
75' event Adam Idah / Kyogo Furuhashi
event 81' Connor Smith
68' event James Forrest
event 74' Steve May / Graham Carey
63' event James Forrest / Nicolas Kuhn
event 74' Connor Smith / Matthew Smith
63' event Daniel Kelly / Paulo Bernardo
event 64' Tony Gallacher / Luke Robinson
46' event Nicolas Kuhn
event 64' Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka / Adama Sidibeh
40' event Kyogo Furuhashi
event 45' Adama Sidibeh
event 25' Maksym Kucheriavyi / Sven Sprangler
Celtic FC Celtic FC
Substitutions
#9 Adam Idah
#15 Odin Thiago Holm
#4 Gustaf Lagerbielke
#49 James Forrest
#48 Daniel Kelly
#39 Rocco Vata
#29 Scott Bain
#56 Anthony Ralston
#19 Oh Hyun Gyu
Celtic FC Celtic FC Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
28Shots8
12Shots on Goal1
6Fouls13
10Corner Kick2
5Offside2
0Yellow card3
33Aerial41
1Save6
16Successful Tackles23
3Interceptions6
3Assist0
16Shots off goal7
1Hit The Post0
21Head Success16
16Tackle23
4Dribbles4
19Throw-in15
743Passes266
168Attacks62
120Dangerous attacks22
5Corner Kicks(HT)0
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
Substitutions
#29 Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka
#15 Maksym Kucheriavyi
#3 Tony Gallacher
#50 Connor Smith
#7 Steve May
#10 Nicky Clark
#31 Dave Richards
#46 Filip Franczak
Commentary
90+4' Daniel Philips - Saint Johnstone receive a yellow card
90+1' Ryan McGowan - Saint Johnstone receive a yellow card
86' Celtic FC — substitution: Gustaf Lagerbielke / Matthew ORiley
81' Goal! Connor Smith - Saint Johnstone
75' Celtic FC — substitution: Odin Thiago Holm / Cameron Carter-Vickers
75' Celtic FC — substitution: Adam Idah / Kyogo Furuhashi
74' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Steve May / Graham Carey
74' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Connor Smith / Matthew Smith
68' Goal! James Forrest - Celtic FC
64' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Tony Gallacher / Luke Robinson
64' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Benjamin Mbunga Kimpioka / Adama Sidibeh
63' Celtic FC — substitution: James Forrest / Nicolas Kuhn
63' Celtic FC — substitution: Daniel Kelly / Paulo Bernardo
46' Goal! Nicolas Kuhn - Celtic FC
45' Adama Sidibeh - Saint Johnstone receive a yellow card
40' Goal! Kyogo Furuhashi - Celtic FC
25' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Maksym Kucheriavyi / Sven Sprangler

How We Build the Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celtic FC vs Saint Johnstone on 16 March 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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