Celtic head into the final league-phase round knowing that a win guarantees their place in the Europa League playoffs, and given their recent form, we predict that they will defeat Utrecht 2-0 at Celtic Park. Martin O'Neill's men are unbeaten in five (WWWDD) and strong at home, winning 67% of matches at Celtic Park while averaging 2.67 goals scored. Even without suspended Reo Hatate, who is not a consistent starter, Celtic should still dominate possession. Their underlying numbers are even more encouraging at home, producing 2.76 xG while allowing just 0.79 xGA.
Utrecht, already eliminated, travel with no pressure but also with no momentum. Their form is alarming: five straight defeats, and they have failed to win a single home match in the competition. Away from home they are slightly more competitive, averaging 1.50 goals scored, but defensive frailty remains a major issue. Injuries to Min and Jensen further weaken their structure in both phases.
Given Celtic’s motivation and vastly superior metrics, this matchup looks one-sided on paper, especially if the hosts impose their usual tempo early on. Therefore, Home Win is our main betting tip, alongside Celtic Over 1.5 goals as the Hoops average 2.67 at home.
This Europa League match will be played on Thursday 29 January 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Celtic vs Utrecht prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Celtic 2 - 0 Utrecht
Celtic vs Utrecht Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-0
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): No
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Benjamin Nygren @ 105 Odds
- To be booked: Miguel Rodriguez @ 240 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Celtic -1 @ -182 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
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View OfferCeltic Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwdd | 1.70 |
| Home | wlw | 2.00 |
| Away | lwwdd | 1.57 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 67% | 43% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.40 | 4.00 | 3.14 |
| Scored | 2.00 | 2.67 | 1.71 |
| Conceded | 1.40 | 1.33 | 1.43 |
| BTTS | 60% | 67% | 57% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 33% | 29% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 0% | 14% |
| Expected Goals | 1.91 | 2.76 | 1.54 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.51 | 0.79 | 1.81 |
Utrecht Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lllll | 0.60 |
| Home | lllll | 0.17 |
| Away | ddwl | 1.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.50 | 2.33 | 2.75 |
| Scored | 1.00 | 0.67 | 1.50 |
| Conceded | 1.50 | 1.67 | 1.25 |
| BTTS | 70% | 67% | 75% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.61 | 1.47 | 1.83 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.55 | 1.75 | 1.24 |
Celtic vs Utrecht Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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