Scottish football makes a return in 2018 following the winter break and Celtic will be hoping to carry on where they left off as the New Year begins. Brendan Rodgers’s men have the Europa League on their mind in the second half of the season following their Champions League exit but the Hoops will be desperate to build on their 8 point lead at the top of the SPFL.
Scottish Premiership – Aberdeen vs Celtic – Pittodrie – Sunday 25th February 2018 – Kick-off: 13.30 GMT
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Best Odd of: 29/10 at Betfair |
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Aberdeen
The Dons have had a solid campaign so far under Derek McInnes – registering 52 points from their opening 27 games. Aberdeen sit third in the table, 9 points behind Celtic but level on points with Rangers in what looks to be an enthralling race for second place in the table. Adam Rooney tops the scoring charts for the Dons with 9 goals this term and he looks integral to their potential success this term.
Celtic
Celtic have not won a league game in February – drawing with St Johnstone and losing to Kilmarnock as their lead at the top of the table has been cut to 9 points.. 61 points from 27 games played is a remarkable return for the Hoops who are fighting on four fronts this campaign – having already picked up the Scottish League Cup in November. Scott Sinclair has had another incredible season in Scotland and he’ll be keen to add to his tally of 15 goals this term.
Aberdeen vs Celtic Head to Head
Celtic hold an incredible 74:11 lead in the head to head record between the teams who’ve also shared 9 draws. Celtic have beaten Aberdeen twice already this season, winning 3-0 at Pittodrie back in November before a comfortable 3-0 home victory at Celtic Park in December.
Aberdeen vs Celtic Odds and Predictions
Aberdeen have struggled for form in recent weeks as have Celtic which could lead to an open game.
Both teams to score – YES – looks a strong bet at 7/8 with 188 Bet.
Celtic will look to take the game to Aberdeen and get goals on the board quickly.
Over 2.5 goals in the game looks an excellent punt at 13/15 with Ladbrokes.
Scott Sinclair is always a threat for Celtic in big games and is deadly at this level.
Scott Sinclair to score anytime looks a good bet at 21/10 with Paddy Power.
Celtic need to keep winning to stretch their dominance at the top of the SPFL and have scored 3 goals in both matches against Aberdeen already this season.
Celtic to score 2+ goals looks a banker bet at 4/5 with Coral.
Score Prediction
Aberdeen 1 – 3 Celtic – 13/1 with Betfair.
Top Aberdeen vs Celtic Betting Tip
Aberdeen won’t roll over here but Celtic will want to stamp their authority on the SPL table and take a crucial step towards the title. Celtic to win the match and both teams to score looks a superb punt at 8/13 with Paddy Power.