Celtic v St Mirren: Match Preview, Odds, Lineups, Prediction

Explore Ladbrokes’ detailed preview for Celtic vs St Mirren on matchday 1 of the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 16:30 BST match.

• Fixture: Celtic vs St Mirren

• Date: Sunday, 03 August 2025

• Kick-off: 16:30 BST

• Venue: Celtic Park

Celtic are set to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities at Celtic Park. Their attacking flair and solid defence should allow them to control the game’s tempo and exploit St Mirren’s vulnerabilities. St Mirren will likely adopt a disciplined, defensive approach, looking to counter-attack or capitalise on set pieces. However, their inconsistent form against top sides makes it tough to see them containing Celtic for the full 90 minutes.

Match Prediction: Celtic 3-1 St Mirren

Celtic enter the Premiership opener with confidence, having secured impressive pre-season victories over Sporting CP and Newcastle. Despite a mixed pre-season, their attacking prowess and home advantage at Celtic Park make them favorites. Expect them to play with intensity, aiming to overwhelm St Mirren from the outset.

Recent Premiership Results:

• (D) 1-1 vs St Mirren (17 May 2025)

• (W) 5-1 at Aberdeen (14 May 2025)

• (W) 3-1 vs Hibernian (10 May 2025)

• (D) 1-1 at Rangers (04 May 2025)

• (W) 5-0 at Dundee United (26 Apr 2025)

St Mirren come into the match on the back of three consecutive League Cup wins, scoring 12 goals. However, their inconsistent performances against top teams could be a concern against the reigning champions. They’ll likely focus on a compact, defensive setup to limit Celtic’s chances, hoping to nick a goal on the break or from a set piece.

Recent Premiership Results:

• (D) 1-1 at Celtic (17 May 2025)

• (D) 2-2 vs Hibernian (14 May 2025)

• (W) 2-0 at Dundee United (10 May 2025)

• (W) 1-0 vs Aberdeen (03 May 2025)

• (D) 2-2 vs Rangers (26 Apr 2025)

Celtic have dominated recent encounters, winning four of the last five matches against St Mirren, with the most recent meeting ending in a 1-1 draw. This history suggests Celtic are likely to have the upper hand, though St Mirren have shown they can be competitive on their day.

Recent Premiership Results:

• Celtic 1-1 St Mirren (17 May 2025)

• St Mirren 2-5 Celtic (01 Mar 2025)

• Celtic 3-0 St Mirren (05 Jan 2025)

• St Mirren 0-3 Celtic (25 Aug 2024)

• Celtic 3-2 St Mirren (18 May 2024)

• Jota (Cruciate ligament surgery) - Out

• No injuries reported for the current season.

Lineup (4-2-3-1): Schmeichel; Ralston, Carter-Vickers, Trusty, Tierney; McGregor, Hatate; Maeda, Engels, Tilio; Kenny

Celtic’s lineup suggests an attacking, fluid approach, with a strong midfield to dictate play and exploit St Mirren’s defense. Their high-pressing style will aim to overwhelm the visitors early on.

Lineup (4-2-3-1): George; Fraser, Gogic, King, Richardson; Phillips, Taylor; Idowu, O'Hara, McMenamin; Mandron

St Mirren’s setup indicates a compact, defensive strategy, focusing on disrupting Celtic’s rhythm and hitting on the counter. Their midfield will need to be disciplined to limit Celtic’s chances.

• Callum McGregor (Celtic) vs Killian Phillips (St Mirren): This midfield battle will be key to controlling the game’s tempo, with McGregor’s experience likely giving Celtic the edge.

• Johnny Kenny (Celtic) vs Mikael Mandron (St Mirren): The duel between these forwards could determine who finds the net, with Kenny’s form making him a major threat.

• Callum McGregor (Celtic): His leadership and control in midfield will be crucial for Celtic’s dominance.

• Mikael Mandron (St Mirren): St Mirren’s hopes of an upset may rest on Mandron’s ability to capitalize on limited chances.

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