Dec 16 Scottish Premiership Betting Tips & Predictions

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5 August, 2024

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Hibs v Celtic

Let’s take a look at the first of our Dec 16 Scottish Premiership betting tips. It’s a super Sunday from the Scottish Premiership as both halves of the Old Firm are in action following Thursday night’s Europa League drama. We get started at Easter Road where local side Hibs, led by former Celtic player and manager Neil Lennon, take on the champions; it’s a match that’s sure to be fiery from the first whistle. The Hibees started the season well enough and were seen challenging during the fair weather; however, they have fallen well off the pace and go into the week sitting down in eighth on 23 points.

A run of six wins, five draws and five defeats suggests a midtable finish is the best they can hope for this season. However, there’s still plenty of football to be played and fans will remain positive as we head towards a hectic festive period. A win here would certainly set the cat amongst the pigeons in this league, but Hibs have been written off across the board and that’s no great surprise. The locals did grab an overdue win last weekend when beating Hamilton at New Douglas Park courtesy of a goal from Shaw on 65 minutes.

Big week for Celtic

Celtic have been far from at their best so far this season. However, they can be thankful Steven Gerrard’s teething problems across the city has meant main rivals Rangers haven’t been able to capitalise. The champions head to the nation’s capital having won 10 of their first 15, with three games drawn and two defeats. Two of those three draws have come in their last four outings as the pace of playing Europa League and Premiership football begins to take its toll.

The Bhoys were last seen securing their most impressive win of the season when battering then leaders Kilmarnock at Parkhead on Saturday, strolling to a stunning 5-1 victory. Killie had got a draw at Ibrox already this season and hurt Celtic at Ruby Park; this saw them board the team coach to Glasgow with confidence behind them; however, that quickly unravelled under intense pressure. Forrest scored two and there were also goals for Edouard, Lustig and Christie. The beaten side hit back through a Brophy penalty on 52 minutes.

Hibs written off

Hibs enjoy home advantage for this one, but bookmakers don’t expect that to sway the outcome of this match too much. They offer the locals as outsiders of three in the match betting. Punters looking to secure their share of a bumper price can do so at Bet365 where they’ll find Hibs available at 6/1. A big offer, of course, but it’s not enough to part us from our cash, given their recent results. The draw is 10/3 with the same firm and we’re sure Lennon would take it.

That leaves Celtic as firm favourites for the points but there’s a little more value available than you may have expected. Coral offer 4/9 on the points heading back to Glasgow and that’s a price that’ll prove useful in accumulators. The form of both makes it a worthwhile addition and we’re happy to go with it. Those after more can have both teams to score in a Celtic win at 23/10 (Ladbrokes).

Our Tip: Celtic to win – 4/9 at Coral