Saint Johnstone vs Celtic FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 December

Betiball's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Celtic FC on 03 December 2023 (kick-off: 05:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Saint Johnstone vs Celtic FC preview before placing your bet.

Saint Johnstone vs Celtic FC: Starting Lineups Time : 03/12/2023 05:00

Saint Johnstone
1 - 3
Finished
Celtic FC
87' event Steve May / Dara Costelloe
79' event Dimitar Mitov
73' event Turner-Cooke J. / Maksym Kucheriavyi
73' event Christopher Kane / Diallang Jaiyesimi
40' event Diallang Jaiyesimi
13' event Ryan McGowan
event 90+2' James Forrest
event 85' Tomoki Iwata / Kyogo Furuhashi
event 80' James Forrest / Luis Enrique Palma Oseguera
event 79' Matthew ORiley
event 79' Kyogo Furuhashi
event 67' Callum McGregor
event 58' Oh Hyun Gyu / David Turnbull
event 46' Michael Johnston / Hyun-jun Yang
87' event Steve May / Dara Costelloe
event 90+2' James Forrest
79' event Dimitar Mitov
event 85' Tomoki Iwata / Kyogo Furuhashi
73' event Turner-Cooke J. / Maksym Kucheriavyi
event 80' James Forrest / Luis Enrique Palma Oseguera
73' event Christopher Kane / Diallang Jaiyesimi
event 79' Matthew ORiley
40' event Diallang Jaiyesimi
event 79' Kyogo Furuhashi
13' event Ryan McGowan
event 67' Callum McGregor
event 58' Oh Hyun Gyu / David Turnbull
event 46' Michael Johnston / Hyun-jun Yang
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone
Substitutions
#27 Turner-Cooke J.
#9 Christopher Kane
#7 Steve May
#23 Sven Sprangler
#17 Oludare Olufunwa
#25 Cammy Ballantyne
#31 Dave Richards
#16 Luke Jephcott
#46 Filip Franczak
Saint Johnstone Saint Johnstone Celtic FC Celtic FC
5Shots25
3Shots on Goal7
8Fouls7
2Corner Kick12
1Offside8
2Yellow card1
52Aerial38
4Save2
17Successful Tackles10
6Interceptions2
0Assist1
2Shots off goal11
16Head Success29
0Blocked7
17Tackle10
8Dribbles6
16Throw-in24
258Passes602
88Attacks139
37Dangerous attacks90
2Corner Kicks(HT)5
Celtic FC Celtic FC
Substitutions
#24 Tomoki Iwata
#49 James Forrest
#90 Michael Johnston
#19 Oh Hyun Gyu
#28 Paulo Bernardo
#6 Nathaniel Phillips
#29 Scott Bain
#56 Anthony Ralston
#15 Odin Thiago Holm
Commentary
90+2' Goal! James Forrest - Celtic FC
87' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Steve May / Dara Costelloe
85' Celtic FC — substitution: Tomoki Iwata / Kyogo Furuhashi
80' Celtic FC — substitution: James Forrest / Luis Enrique Palma Oseguera
79' Dimitar Mitov - Saint Johnstone receive a yellow card
79' Goal! Matthew ORiley - Celtic FC
79' Kyogo Furuhashi - Celtic FC receive a yellow card
73' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Turner-Cooke J. / Maksym Kucheriavyi
73' Saint Johnstone — substitution: Christopher Kane / Diallang Jaiyesimi
67' Goal! Callum McGregor - Celtic FC
58' Celtic FC — substitution: Oh Hyun Gyu / David Turnbull
46' Celtic FC — substitution: Michael Johnston / Hyun-jun Yang
40' Goal! Diallang Jaiyesimi - Saint Johnstone
13' Ryan McGowan - Saint Johnstone receive a yellow card

How We Build the Saint Johnstone vs Celtic FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Saint Johnstone vs Celtic FC on 03 December 2023 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.

Saint Johnstone vs Celtic FC Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Saint Johnstone'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.

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 Saint Johnstone 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 predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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