St. Johnstone welcome Celtic to McDiarmid Park on 09 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Scotland Premier League schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
St. Johnstone tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Celtic operate with a well-rounded tactical structure.
St. Johnstone have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
In contrast, Celtic have been one of the most in-form sides lately, performing consistently at a high level. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.
Celtic are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.
St. Johnstone are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
In contrast, Celtic have struggled to maintain consistent defensive solidity. Concentration at the back will be key.
Celtic's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
St. Johnstone have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Much depends on the opponent.
In contrast, Celtic are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Celtic.
St. Johnstone continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
In contrast, Celtic show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Celtic's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
