Dundee United vs Celtic: can Celtic end their winless run?
On Wednesday, December 17, we will witness a match from Round 11 of the Scottish Premiership, in which Dundee United will face Celtic. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 CET, and I am offering a betting pick for this fixture.
Dundee United vs Celtic: match facts and head-to-head
- Dundee United are without a win in seven consecutive matches: four draws and three defeats.
- Celtic have lost their last three matches.
- In their previous three games, Celtic have conceded at least two goals.
- Celtic currently boast the best defence in the Premiership with just 11 goals conceded.
- In 40% of matches this season, Dundee United concede in both halves.
- Celtic have won 30% of their matches this season without conceding, while Dundee United stand at 20%.
- Celtic have also suffered fewer scoreless defeats: 13% compared to 20% for Dundee United.
- Celtic thrashed Dundee United 5:0 in the most recent head-to-head meeting.
- The last time Dundee United beat Celtic was in 2014.
- In the previous five matches, Dundee United have failed to score against Celtic.
Dundee United vs Celtic: match preview
Dundee United are currently producing below-par football and results. The team have gone seven matches in a row without a victory. In their last outing, they played out a 0:0 draw, having previously lost 0:2. The side sit eighth in the table with 17 points after 16 rounds, trailing sixth place by seven points. A top-six finish guarantees participation in the Premiership Championship Group, so if the team want to break into the top six, they need to start winning.
Celtic find themselves in a very unstable situation and inconsistent form. They did not start the season well, and after a 1:3 defeat to Hearts, the club’s management decided to change the head coach. Initially, the team was taken over by O’Neil, who won seven of eight matches. However, the board opted to appoint a new permanent head coach, with Frenchman Wilfried Nancy taking the role. Under him, the team have lost three consecutive matches. Celtic are currently second in the table, already six points behind Hearts. A few days ago, they also lost the League Cup final 1:3. As a result, every match is now crucial for Nancy.
Probable line-ups
- Dundee United: Richards; Iovu, Esselink, Graham; Strain, Stephenson, Sibbald, Ferry; Dolcek, Moller, Ahmed
- Celtic: Schmeichel; Donovan, Trusty, Scales, Tierney; Engels, McGregor, Hatate; Maeda, Kenny, Forrest
Prediction
This is a very important game for Celtic, who need a win if they are to collect all three points, and for the head coach, who has only suffered defeats so far. I am suggesting a bet on a Celtic victory in this match.
