Hibernian vs Celtic FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 May

Hibernian

W D D D W

5th place in League

1-2

03/05/2026 07:00

Celtic FC

D W W L W

3rd place in League

Scottish Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Hibernian vs Celtic FC on 03 May 2026 (kick-off: 07:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Hibernian vs Celtic FC preview before placing your bet.

Hibernian are currently 5th with 51 points after 33 matches.
Celtic FC sit 3rd with 67 points from 33 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Celtic FC to win with probability 46%.

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

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Pred

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Weather

07:00

2026-05-03

Hibernian vs Celtic FC - Prediction & Odds

Hibernian

Celtic FC

2026-05-03 07:00

STANDINGS UP TO 03/05/2026

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Heart of Midlothian	70	33	21	7	5	58	28	30
02 Glasgow Rangers	69	33	19	12	2	66	31	35
03 Celtic FC	67	33	21	4	8	59	35	24
04 Motherwell	54	33	14	12	7	52	29	23
05 Hibernian	51	33	13	12	8	51	37	14
06 Falkirk	46	33	13	7	13	45	48	-3
07 Dundee United	40	33	9	13	11	45	54	-9
08 Aberdeen	33	33	9	6	18	33	48	-15
09 Dundee FC	33	33	8	9	16	34	53	-19
10 Saint Mirren	30	33	7	9	17	27	48	-21
11 Kilmarnock	28	33	6	10	17	37	65	-28
12 Livingston	16	33	1	13	19	35	66	-31

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

01 Dundee United	45	5	1	2	2	4	6	-2
02 Dundee FC	42	5	3	0	2	8	8	0
03 Kilmarnock	40	5	4	0	1	13	3	10
04 Aberdeen	40	5	2	1	2	7	7	0
05 Saint Mirren	34	5	1	1	3	3	7	-4
06 Livingston	21	5	1	2	2	5	9	-4

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

01 Celtic FC	82	5	5	0	0	14	6	8
02 Heart of Midlothian	80	5	3	1	1	9	6	3
03 Glasgow Rangers	72	5	1	0	4	10	12	-2
04 Motherwell	61	5	2	1	2	7	7	0
05 Hibernian	57	5	2	0	3	7	7	0
06 Falkirk	49	5	1	0	4	5	14	-9

Hibernian Last 6 matches

31/07/2026 02:00

Hibernian 4 - 1 Malisheva UEFA Conference League

23/07/2026 21:30

Malisheva 2 - 0 Hibernian UEFA Conference League

18/07/2026 19:00

Hibernian 2 - 1 Brondby IF International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 21:00

Cliftonville 1 - 5 Hibernian International Club Friendly

01/07/2026 02:00

Shamrock Rovers 1 - 0 Hibernian International Club Friendly

16/05/2026 18:30

Hibernian 0 - 1 Motherwell Scottish Premiership

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Celtic FC

25/07/2026 21:00

Celtic FC 2 - 2 AC Milan International Club Friendly

18/07/2026 21:00

Celtic FC 1 - 1 Middlesbrough International Club Friendly

14/07/2026 23:30

Sporting CP 4 - 1 Celtic FC International Club Friendly

08/07/2026 00:00

Shelbourne 1 - 1 Celtic FC International Club Friendly

23/05/2026 21:00

Celtic FC 3 - 1 Dunfermline Athletic Scotland FA Cup

16/05/2026 18:30

Celtic FC 3 - 1 Heart of Midlothian Scottish Premiership

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scottish Premier Leagu...

Played games

Hibernian

Celtic FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.68

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

2.26

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.79

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

15 (79%)4 (21%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

18 (95%)1 (5%)

Hibernian

Recent matches

Celtic FC

Under /Over

(79%)15 4(21%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)15 4(21%)

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

/Yes

(47%)9 10(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)10 9(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Hibernian

Celtic FC

Shots

Hibernian

Total shots

14.17 avg / game

Blocked

52 total

Avg. 2.89

Celtic FC

Total shots

18.28 avg / game

Blocked

82 total

Avg. 5.13

Hibernian Pass Celtic FC

Total passes

7115

Avg. 395 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

11298

Avg. 628 / game

Accurate

88%

Ball possession

66%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Hibernian

Played games

Celtic FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

Clean sheets

0.47

5.21

Corners

135

7.11

17.42

331

Throw-ins

336

17.68

1.26

Offsides

1.68

2.42

GK saves

1.68

Hibernian

DISCIPLINARY

Celtic FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.74

1.63

0.16

0.05

9.68

184

Fouls

231

12.16

7.21

137

Tackles

159

8.37

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How We Build the Hibernian vs Celtic FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Hibernian vs Celtic FC on 03 May 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 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.

Hibernian vs Celtic FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Hibernian's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Celtic FC'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 Hibernian and Celtic FC 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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