Celtic vs Falkirk Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 29 Aug 2026
Celtic vs Falkirk Predictions
We think Celtic are a value bet off -2 on the Asian Handicap. Take the -116 that the hosts win by more than two goals in their meeting with Falkirk and get your money back if the winning margin is exactly two.
Dive into our Celtic vs Falkirk betting breakdown for the complete analysis of our main match prediction, plus our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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Celtic welcome Falkirk to Celtic Park, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 29 August.
Celtic have won two league games on the spin, triumphing 5-1 in their previous Premiership encounter. This was on their travels against Kilmarnock at Rugby Park. The Hoops managed sixteen shots on target and enjoyed 64% possession, with Kasper Waarts Hoegh grabbing a hat-trick.
On Tuesday night, Celtic suffered a 5-1 extra-time defeat (4-1 after 90 mins) away to LASK in the Champions League qualifier.
Falkirk played Motherwell away from home in their previous game. It was a 0-0 draw at Fir Park. John McGlynn's team had 42% possession and recorded one shot on goal.
Celtic Have Been Unstoppable When Playing Falkirk
The scoreline was 3-1 in favour of home side Celtic when they last played Falkirk, with the clash taking place at Celtic Park. The past 5 games between these teams have resulted in Celtic winning each time.
| Scottish Premiership | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Celtic |
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 6:1 | 6 |
| 10 |  Falkirk |
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0:2 | 1 |
9 wins and 1 loss, averaging 2.3 goals from 15.3 attempts and 5.7 shots on goal. Celtic have had 61.5% possession and 6.2 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.0 goals from 9.3 attempts and 3.1 shots on goal, while earning 4.3 corners.
Daizen Maeda is the top scorer with 7 goals, while Kasper Waarts Hoegh, Benjamin Nygren and Kelechi Iheanacho each have 3. The top assist makers are Arne Engels, Benjamin Nygren and Kieran Tierney, all of whom have 2 on the board.
Falkirk have 2 victories, 7 defeats and 1 draw, averaging 2.5 shots on goal, 9.5 attempts and 1.2 goals. The Bairns average 49.8% possession, 4.0 corners awarded and 4.2 corners against, while 2.6 goals have been conceded from 12.2 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal.
Calvin Miller and Ben Broggio have top scored with 3 goals, while Barney Stewart is next on 2. Calvin Miller has managed to clock up 2 assists in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Celtic predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Viljami Sinisalo (GK), Colby Donovan, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Auston Trusty, Kieran Tierney, Callum McGregor, Mika Baur, Camilo Durán, Benjamin Nygren, Hyun-jun Yang, Kasper Högh.
Falkirk predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Scott Bain (GK), Ryan Strain, Lewis Neilson, Liam Henderson, Leon McCann, Finley Barbrook, Ben Krauhaus, Aodhan Doherty, Finn Yeats, Ethan Ross, Ben Parkinson.
Main Match Prediction
We’ll wager Celtic -2 for this Premiership clash at odds of -116. The favourites can deliver a return if they secure a victory by a considerable margin and we’re happy to take our chances.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
Our panel of football writers survey the latest injuries and suspensions. When combined with the form guide, this helps us secure the best odds. Our stats-led approach backed up by key Premiership data is helpful.
The best betting apps make it a 53.8% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability close to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
3
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0
Falkirk
A 3-0 win in favor of Celtic can be backed at odds of +575. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.
Player Prop Picks
Mika Baur (Celtic) can be wagered at -125 to have a minimum of one shot on goal. Shots on Target bettors should definitely consider him at the available odds and we’ll have a play.
Benjamin Nygren (Celtic) has scored in his past two Premiership matches Considering the numbers, we think that odds of +130 offer plenty of appeal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Corners Prediction
Celtic have averaged 5.40 corners in the past 5 matches, with the corner count against Falkirk going under 7.5 in their previous six games. We’re expecting Celtic to fall short of the line, with this Team Corners bet on offer at -102.
Celtic
Falkirk
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Bet Builder Tips
Our same-game multi is packed with these picks: Celtic to cover the -2 Asian Handicap, both teams to score No along with Mika Baur (Celtic) to finish with a minimum of one shot on target.
The bet builder option is great for football fans wanting a personalised multi-leg wager on the same game. You’re able to forecast various outcomes, with the odds increasing each time before going ahead and placing this wager.
Celtic vs Falkirk Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Celtic are the overwhelming -526 favourites to win this Premiership clash which means a 84% probability of claiming a victory according to the latest Full-Time Result betting odds. Falkirk are the +1050 outsiders, with the draw being a different option which could yield dividends.
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 -200, Falkirk at +650 or the draw at +200.
The Total Goals odds suggest that Over 2.5 is a strong probability in this contest. If you think that both sides will end up scoring, then the Both Teams to Score Yes option can be backed at -127.
The top football betting sites cover Premiership matches in serious depth and there are hundreds of markets. We recommend scanning through the various bets before picking out the best angle.
Those interested in Kasper Waarts Høgh to find the net anytime can get -125, with the favourite on offer to score the first goal at odds of +300.
Stats: Scottish Premiership matches only
Celtic have won each of their last six games at Celtic Park. The Hoops have recorded nine victories and one defeat in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 2.30 goals per game and conceding 0.70.
Falkirk have not triumphed in three straight away matches. John McGlynn's team have five defeats, three wins and two draws in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 0.90 goals per match and conceding 1.40.
The previous Celtic Park encounter involved a 3-1 Celtic win against Falkirk. In the past 3 H2H meetings at Celtic Park, Celtic have won every time.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celtic Home Stats |
9-0-1 | 3.00 | 2.30 | 0.70 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 4 | |
| Falkirk Away Stats |
3-2-5 | 2.30 | 0.90 | 1.40 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | |
- 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
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the previous 10 matches
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 2.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.20 corners awarded and 4.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 7.30 corners awarded and 4.20 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.50 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.90 corners awarded and 5.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 61.50% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 61.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 49.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 48.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
Celtic vs Falkirk Lineups & Team News
Double-check the Celtic vs Falkirk team news before placing your bets. We’ll update you with predicted and confirmed Premiership lineups plus current injury reports.
Celtic Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Celtic Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Falkirk Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Celtic Lineups
Previous Falkirk Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Celtic Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Martin O'Neill
Falkirk Player Stats & Squad
Premiership Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6:1 | 6 |
| 2 | Dundee FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:1 | 6 |
| 3 | St Mirren | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 6 |
| 4 | Motherwell | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:1 | 4 |
| 5 | Hearts | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:2 | 3 |
| 6 | St Johnstone | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4:4 | 3 |
| 7 | Hibernian | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:3 | 3 |
| 8 | Aberdeen | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:3 | 3 |
| 9 | Rangers | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 1 |
| 10 | Falkirk | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0:2 | 1 |
| 11 | Dundee United | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1:7 | 1 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4:9 | 0 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hearts | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:0 | 3 |
| 2 | Dundee FC | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
| 3 | St Johnstone | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:3 | 3 |
| 4 | Aberdeen | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 5 | Celtic | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 6 | St Mirren | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 7 | Motherwell | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
| 8 | Dundee United | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:3 | 1 |
| 9 | Hibernian | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 10 | Rangers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 11 | Falkirk | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:5 | 0 |
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