Motherwell (W) vs Celtic (W): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Motherwell (W)

L L L L L

8th place in League

0-2

18/01/2026 12:00

Celtic (W)

W W W W D

3rd place in League

Scotland WPL

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Motherwell (W) vs Celtic (W) on 18 January 2026 (kick-off: 12:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Motherwell (W) vs Celtic (W) preview before placing your bet.

Motherwell (W) are currently 8th with 11 points after 18 matches.
Celtic (W) sit 3rd with 41 points from 18 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Celtic (W) to win with probability 85%.
Head-to-head history favors Celtic (W), who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. Motherwell (W) have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

12:00

2026-01-18

Motherwell (W) vs Celtic (W) - Prediction & Odds

Motherwell (W)

Celtic (W)

2026-01-18 12:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2026

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Glasgow City (W)	46	18	14	4	0	49	6	43
02 Glasgow Rangers (W)	41	18	13	2	3	62	16	46
03 Celtic (W)	41	18	13	2	3	53	17	36
04 Hearts (W)	40	18	13	1	4	65	21	44
05 Hibernian (W)	34	18	10	4	4	47	15	32
06 Partick Thistle (W)	17	18	5	2	11	13	47	-34
07 Montrose LFC (W)	15	18	4	3	11	17	52	-35
08 Motherwell (W)	11	18	3	2	13	15	45	-30
09 Aberdeen (W)	11	18	3	2	13	17	48	-31
10 Hamilton FC (W)	2	18	0	2	16	8	79	-71

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

01 Hearts (W)	62	10	7	1	2	20	10	10
02 Glasgow Rangers (W)	60	10	6	1	3	18	13	5
03 Glasgow City (W)	58	10	3	3	4	16	8	8
04 Hibernian (W)	55	10	6	3	1	15	8	7
05 Celtic (W)	48	10	1	4	5	9	20	-11
06 Partick Thistle (W)	19	10	0	2	8	5	24	-19

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

01 Motherwell (W)	27	6	5	1	0	20	7	13
02 Montrose LFC (W)	27	6	4	0	2	16	8	8
03 Aberdeen (W)	18	6	2	1	3	13	11	2
04 Hamilton FC (W)	2	6	0	0	6	2	25	-23

Head To Head

12/10/2025 09:00

Celtic (W)

7 - 1

Motherwell (W)

SCO WPL

18/05/2025 07:00

Celtic (W)

6 - 0

Motherwell (W)

SCO WPL

20/04/2025 11:00

Motherwell (W)

0 - 1

Celtic (W)

SCO WPL

03/11/2024 12:10

Motherwell (W)

0 - 4

Celtic (W)

SCO WPL

21/08/2024 14:20

Celtic (W)

5 - 1

Motherwell (W)

SCO WPL

07/02/2024 16:00

Motherwell (W)

0 - 2

Celtic (W)

SCO WPL

Motherwell (W)

Draw

Celtic (W)

100%

Motherwell (W) Last 6 matches

21/12/2025 09:00

Partick Thistle (W) 2 - 1 Motherwell (W) SCO WPL

14/12/2025 12:00

Motherwell (W) 0 - 3 Hearts (W) SCO WPL

07/12/2025 09:00

Glasgow City (W) 3 - 0 Motherwell (W) Sco WC

23/11/2025 12:00

Motherwell (W) 0 - 3 Glasgow Rangers (W) SCO WPL

16/11/2025 10:00

Hamilton FC (W) 0 - 2 Motherwell (W) SCO WPL

02/11/2025 09:00

Montrose LFC (W) 1 - 1 Motherwell (W) SCO WPL

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Celtic (W)

11/01/2026 09:00

Hibernian (W) 2 - 3 Celtic (W) Sco WC

21/12/2025 09:00

Hibernian (W) 1 - 2 Celtic (W) SCO WPL

14/12/2025 09:00

Celtic (W) 4 - 0 Aberdeen (W) SCO WPL

23/11/2025 10:00

Celtic (W) 2 - 0 Partick Thistle (W) SCO WPL

14/11/2025 15:30

Glasgow Rangers (W) 3 - 2 Celtic (W) SCO WPL

31/10/2025 16:00

Hamilton FC (W) 0 - 3 Celtic (W) SCO WPL

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Scotland WPL

Played games

Goals

Scored

274

Avg. per game

1.47

Conceded

458

Avg. per game

2.46

Scored

631

Avg. per game

2.91

Conceded

186

Avg. per game

0.86

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 186 matches

YesNo

113 (61%)73 (39%)

In last 186 matches

NoYes

186 (86%)31 (14%)

Motherwell (W)

Recent matches

Celtic (W)

Under /Over

(98%)44 1(2%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(58%)26 19(42%)

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

/Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Motherwell (W)

Celtic (W)

Shots

Motherwell (W)

Total shots

10.61 avg / game

Blocked

18 total

Avg. 1.64

Celtic (W)

Total shots

13.93 avg / game

Blocked

55 total

Avg. 2.89

Motherwell (W) Pass Celtic (W)

Total passes

170

Avg. 170 / game

Accurate

56%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

8152

Avg. 354 / game

Accurate

73%

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Motherwell (W)

186

Played games

Celtic (W)

217

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.19

Clean sheets

110

0.51

3.07

571

Corners

1092

5.03

0.20

Throw-ins

446

2.06

0.28

Offsides

104

0.48

0.50

GK saves

132

0.61

Motherwell (W)

DISCIPLINARY

Celtic (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.73

136

203

0.94

0.02

0.03

1.08

200

Fouls

368

1.70

0.10

Tackles

418

1.93

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How We Build the Motherwell (W) vs Celtic (W) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Motherwell (W) vs Celtic (W) on 18 January 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 Scotland WPL 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.

Motherwell (W) vs Celtic (W) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Motherwell (W)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Celtic (W)'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 WPL 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 WPL standings and the Scotland WPL form table to understand exactly where Motherwell (W) and Celtic (W) 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 WPL predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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