Livingston vs Celtic
Almondvale Stadium
31.03.2024, 14:00
Celtic resume their quest for the Scottish Premiership title with an away fixture against Livingston, knowing that any drop in performance on the artificial turf could prove costly ahead of a crucial derby match against Rangers at Ibrox next weekend. Now, let's analyze the previews and explore potential betting opportunities.
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Livingston will be eager to bounce back from a disappointing 3-0 defeat in their last Premiership fixture against Hibernian. Despite managing 43% possession and 9 attempts on goal, with 3 on target, Livingston were unable to find the back of the net. Conversely, Hibernian capitalized on their chances, registering 14 shots at goal, with 4 on target, resulting in goals from Jordan Obita (5'), Myziane Maolida (7'), and Adam Le Fondre (22').
The statistics reveal that Livingston's defense has been breached in 5 of their previous 6 matches, conceding a total of 14 goals during that period. Additionally, Livingston faces a challenging task ahead, as they have not secured a victory against Celtic in their last 7 league encounters.
Celtic - WWLWW
Celtic enters the upcoming clash on the back of a convincing 3-1 victory against St Johnstone in their last Premiership outing. Dominating possession with 74%, Celtic showcased their attacking prowess with 21 attempts on goal, 9 of which found the target. Kyogo Furuhashi (40'), Nicolas Kühn (46'), and James Forrest (68') were all on target for Celtic, while St Johnstone managed only 6 attempts at goal, with 2 on target, resulting in a solitary goal by Connor Smith (81').
Celtic's clinical finishing has been evident in their recent matches, as they have scored a total of 18 goals in their last 6 clashes, averaging an impressive 3 goals per game during this period. Additionally, Celtic holds a favorable record against Livingston in away fixtures, having remained unbeaten in their last 3 encounters in the league.
Expert Betting Tips
Celtic will approach this match with a sense of urgency, considering the pressure to defend their title. Livingston, currently positioned below expectations, are unlikely to pose a significant threat in this encounter. As a result, Celtic will be eager to secure a decisive victory. Given the imperative need for a win for Celtic, I anticipate them dominating proceedings and emerging victorious with a comfortable margin.