As Celtic are brimming with confidence following a 4-0 crushing of Dundee United, we predict that they will record a 2-0 win over Falkirk at Falkirk Stadium. The Bairns continue to play above expectations and head into this clash on the back of an impressive 2-0 win over St. Mirren, achieved despite missing Oliver, MacIver, Lang, and Neilson. Their recent form (LWLWW) shows improvement, and defensively they have been especially resilient—conceding just 0.70 goals per match and keeping 60% clean sheets overall. However, Falkirk’s attacking output remains modest, averaging only 0.80 goals per game, and they have failed to score in half of their recent fixtures.
The reigning champions, on the other hand, are high on spirits after dismantling Dundee United 4-0, with no fresh injury concerns. The Hoops know a win could push them past Rangers and apply pressure on league leaders Hearts. Their matches average a high 3.40 total goals, boosted by an expected goals of 1.98, but defensive inconsistency persists away from home, where they concede 2.25 goals per match. Even so, the gap in squad depth and quality remains substantial.
The H2H record is fully one-sided—Celtic have won all four previous meetings, all featuring over 2.5 goals. As quality gap is too large despite Falkirk's fine form, we are tempted to bet on Away Win, alongside Over 2.5 goals and Celtic Over 1.5.
This Scottish Premiership match will be played on Wednesday 14 January 2026 at 19:45.
What is our Falkirk vs Celtic prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Falkirk 1 - 2 Celtic
Falkirk vs Celtic Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Benjamin Nygren @ 110 Odds
- To be booked: Luke McCowan @ 240 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
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View OfferFalkirk Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwlww | 1.50 |
| Home | ddlw | 1.25 |
| Away | dlwlw | 1.67 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 25% | 50% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 1.50 | 1.25 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 0.80 | 0.50 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 0.70 | 0.75 | 0.67 |
| BTTS | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| Clean Sheets | 60% | 50% | 67% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.31 | 1.38 | 1.26 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.32 | 1.20 | 1.39 |
Celtic Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwllw | 1.20 |
| Home | llwlw | 1.50 |
| Away | llwl | 0.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.40 | 3.17 | 3.75 |
| Scored | 1.60 | 1.67 | 1.50 |
| Conceded | 1.80 | 1.50 | 2.25 |
| BTTS | 60% | 50% | 75% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 17% | 25% |
| Expected Goals | 1.98 | 2.22 | 1.62 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.19 | 0.89 | 1.64 |
Falkirk vs Celtic Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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