Celtic vs Falkirk Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 29 Oct 2025
Premiership Betting Preview: Celtic vs Falkirk
Celtic host Falkirk in this Scottish Premiership fixture at Celtic Park, with kick-off set for 15:45 on Wednesday 29 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Find Out Our Best Bet for the Game
Falkirk +2 look like a value wager at -103 on the Asian Handicap. We can bet the underdogs in the knowledge that a two-goal loss against Celtic will result in a refund, while a better result banks a return.
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Celtic Beat Falkirk in Pair’s Last Meeting
Celtic have suffered defeat in their last two Premiership games. Most recently, a 3-1 scoreline occurred on the road at Tynecastle Park against Hearts. Brendan Rodgers' side enjoyed 64% possession and had two shots on target, while Callum McGregor bagged the goal.
Falkirk claimed a home victory in their previous league game. A 2-1 triumph against Dundee FC at Falkirk Stadium made it back-to-back Premiership wins. The Bairns racked up four shots on goal and boasted 67% possession, while Clark Robertson (own goal) and Connor Allan were on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw Celtic land a 3-0 Scottish Cup home victory over Falkirk at Celtic Park.
| Scottish Premiership | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |  Celtic |
9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 12:8 | 17 |
| 6 |  Falkirk |
9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 | 15 | -3 | 12:15 | 12 |
5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 15.6 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal. Celtic have had 72.3% possession and 8.6 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.9 goals from 6.8 attempts and 2.5 shots on goal, while earning 2.8 corners.
Benjamin Nygren leads the way with 4 goals, with Kelechi Iheanacho and Daizen Maeda scoring 2 each. Kieran Tierney and Daizen Maeda have recorded the most assists with 2 apiece.
Falkirk – Last 9 League GamesFalkirk have won 3, lost 3 and drawn 3, with an average of 11.6 attempts, 4.4 shots on goal and 1.3 goals. John McGlynn's team average 53.2% possession, 4.8 corners awarded and 4.8 corners against them, while 1.7 goals have been conceded from 5.2 shots on goal and 13.1 attempts.
Ross MacIver has scored 2 goals, followed by Connor Allan, Calvin Miller, Scott Arfield and Henry Cartwright on 1. Ethan Williams has managed to clock up 2 assists in the last 9 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Celtic predicted lineup (4-3-3): Kasper Schmeichel (GK), Colby Donovan, Dane Murray, Liam Scales, Kieran Tierney, Benjamin Nygren, Callum McGregor, Reo Hatate, Sebastian Tounekti, Shin Yamada, Michel Ange Balikwisha.
Falkirk predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Scott Bain (GK), Keelan Adams, Connor Allan, Liam Henderson, Filip Lissah, Dylan Tait, Brad Spencer, Kyrell Wilson, Ethan Williams, Calvin Miller, Ross MacIver.
Celtic vs Falkirk Prediction & Betting Tips
Explore our best Celtic vs Falkirk picks, including our main match prediction, top corners bet, correct score forecast, player performance props and a bet builder ready to use.
Match Prediction
We’re expecting Falkirk to compete favourably when it comes to this Premiership game. Our +2 Asian Handicap verdict at odds of -103 is based on the underdogs producing a strong performance.
The team news that emerges can have an impact on the odds depending on which players are missing. Our football experts also study the form guide, while the latest stats are also checked before a Premiership verdict is reached.
Key Celtic vs Falkirk league stats:
Falkirk +2 Probability
The betting apps are estimating that there is a 50.8% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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We’re taking a chance on Celtic to achieve a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +650 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Reo Hatate (Celtic) has managed four goals in his past seven Premiership games on home soil. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing based on the stats and we’ll take a chance on him at odds of +220.
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Corners Prediction
Falkirk have covered the 2.5 corners line in eight straight games. The Falkirk Team Corners line looks too low and we’re happy to go over this number at odds of -110.
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Bet Builder Tips
Our bet builder picks are Falkirk to cover the +2 Asian Handicap, No on the BTTS market merged with Falkirk Over 2.5 corners.
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Celtic vs Falkirk Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Celtic Massive Favourites According to Latest Odds
The latest Full-Time Result odds give Celtic a 86% chance of triumphing which means that they’re overwhelming -625 favourites to win this Premiership clash. If you want to back the outsider, Falkirk are available at +1200.
As the name suggests, the Half-Time Result market is settled at the break. Should you take this option, then you can choose between Celtic at -189, Falkirk at +750 or the draw at +220.
For those expecting a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price. If you’re expecting at least one team to keep a clean sheet, you might be interested in the -139 about Both Teams to Score No.
The leading football betting sites have excellent coverage when it comes to all Premiership games. That means hundreds of markets from which to choose and something to suit everyone.
Daizen Maeda Heads First Goalscorer Market
There’s the chance to back Daizen Maeda at +290 to be the First Goalscorer, with the favourite on this market available at similar odds to find the net last.
Six Wins for Celtic in Previous Ten Home Games
Celtic have collected six wins, three draws and one defeat in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.80 goals per match and conceding 0.80.
Falkirk have two wins and two defeats in the last 4 away games, scoring an average of 1.00 goals per match and conceding 1.75.
Celtic were 3-0 victors against Falkirk last time out at Celtic Park.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celtic Home Stats |
6-3-1 | 2.60 | 1.80 | 0.80 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Falkirk Away Stats |
2-0-2 | 2.75 | 1.00 | 1.75 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Celtic League Stats
Falkirk League Stats
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 9 matches
- 2 wins and 2 defeats in the previous 4 away matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.60 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.33 goals scored and 1.67 conceded in the previous 9 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.75 conceded in the previous 4 away matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 9 matches
- An average of 2.75 goals per game in the previous 4 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 9 matches
- BTTS Yes in 2 of the previous 4 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 9 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 4 away matches
- An average of 8.60 corners awarded and 2.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded and 1.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 9 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 10 and least corners in 0 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.78 corners awarded and 4.78 corners conceded in the last 9 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 6.00 corners against in the last 4 away matches
- An average of 9.56 corners awarded in the last 9 matches
- An average of 11.00 corners awarded in the last 4 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 9 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 2 of the last 4 away matches
- An average of 72.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 74.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 10 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 10 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 53.22% possession in the last 9 matches
- An average of 51.75% possession in the last 4 away matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 9 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 4 away matches
- Top Scorers for Celtic this season are Benjamin Nygren (4), Daizen Maeda (2), Kelechi Iheanacho (2)
- Top Assistors for Celtic this season are Daizen Maeda (2), Kieran Tierney (2), Benjamin Nygren (1)
Celtic vs Falkirk Lineups & Team News
The Celtic vs Falkirk team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll update you with predicted and confirmed Premiership lineups plus current injury reports.
Celtic Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Celtic Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Celtic Lineups
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Premiership Table
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hearts | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 22:7 | 25 |
| 2 | Celtic | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 12:8 | 17 |
| 3 | Hibernian | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 16:11 | 14 |
| 4 | Dundee United | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 17:14 | 13 |
| 5 | Rangers | 9 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 11:10 | 12 |
| 6 | Falkirk | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12:15 | 12 |
| 7 | Motherwell | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 14:13 | 11 |
| 8 | Kilmarnock | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 12:14 | 10 |
| 9 | St Mirren | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6:10 | 9 |
| 10 | Dundee FC | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 9:15 | 9 |
| 11 | Aberdeen | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 6:11 | 7 |
| 12 | Livingston | 10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 11:20 | 6 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hearts | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 12:4 | 13 |
| 2 | Celtic | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7:2 | 10 |
| 3 | Dundee United | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8:7 | 7 |
| 4 | Dundee FC | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7:7 | 7 |
| 5 | Hibernian | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 10:6 | 6 |
| 6 | Falkirk | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 8:8 | 6 |
| 7 | Rangers | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6:6 | 6 |
| 8 | Motherwell | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6:5 | 5 |
| 9 | St Mirren | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2:2 | 5 |
| 10 | Kilmarnock | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5:7 | 5 |
| 11 | Aberdeen | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:5 | 4 |
| 12 | Livingston | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6:7 | 3 |
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