Celtic vs St Johnstone: Match Preview and Live Updates

As the Scottish Premiership unfolds, fans are gearing up for an exhilarating encounter between Celtic FC and St Johnstone at Celtic Park this December 29, 2024, with a kick-off scheduled for 3 PM. This match marks the final outing for the Hoops this year, and there's much at stake as they aim to maintain their top position in the league.

Match Overview

Celtic is coming off a resounding 4-0 victory over St Johnstone in a previous encounter, which emphasizes their dominance over the Perth-based team. Simo Valakari’s squad will certainly want to make amends; the last face-off in September ended in disaster for them as they conceded six goals.

Celtic’s Starting XI

Ahead of this crucial match, manager Brendan Rodgers has made five changes to his starting line-up compared to the last match against Motherwell. The selected players for today's match include:

• Goalkeeper: Schmeichel
• Defenders: Johnston, Carter-Vickers (c), Scales, Valle
• Midfielders: Engels, Bernardo, Hatate, Kuhn, Yang
• Forward: Kyogo

Subs include Sinisalo, Taylor, Trusty, Palma, Idah, McCowan, Maeda, McGregor, and Ralston. Notably, Callum McGregor, a key player, starts from the bench. This lineup indicates a strategy focused on agility and control, crucial against a team fighting to escape the bottom of the table.

Coverage and Accessibility

For fans unable to attend, the match will be streamed live on Celtic TV, which offers excellent value for supporters both within the UK and abroad. UK and Ireland subscribers can enjoy live audio commentary, while overseas fans can watch the match in stunning 1080 HD quality. Post-match replays will also be available for those wanting to relive the exhilarating moments.

Key Background Information

Both teams have experienced fluctuations in form as they approach the match. Celtic aims to build on their success and retain their unbeaten status, while St Johnstone is desperate for a confidence-boosting win to steer away from the relegation zone. Their recent form includes a mix of narrow defeats and challenging performances. A win for St Johnstone could crucially help them as they seek to turn their fortunes around.

Conclusion

As we await kick-off, the excitement builds around whether Celtic can continue their winning streak or if St Johnstone will pull off an upset. Stay connected with us for all the live updates, insights, and post-match analysis. This clash promises to be a highlight in the Scottish Premiership calendar!

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