Scottish Premiership · Sunday, 08/11/2026 · 17:00
Celtic vs Kilmarnock Prediction, Tips & Odds
Team pages: Celtic · Kilmarnock
Odds as of: Su 08/11 · 16:26 · Odds may change before kick-off · 18+ · not betting advice
On Sunday (8 November, 17:00), Celtic host Kilmarnock.
The situation: Celtic sit top of the table – Kilmarnock are in a relegation battle
Celtic are in position 1 with 28 points, Kilmarnock follow in position 12 with 9 points. Goal difference: 27-10 for Celtic, 13-28 for Kilmarnock. Celtic currently occupy first place, but only one point clear. Kilmarnock are currently in the relegation zone.
Form guide Celtic: Strong at home
At home they recently beat Heart of Midlothian (7-1). There was also a defeat against Rangers (0-1). Against Dundee United (2-2) they could only draw. Celtic picked up 3 wins from their last 5 home games, averaging 2.8 goals scored and 1.0 conceded.
Form guide Kilmarnock: Inconsistent on the road
On the road, Kilmarnock recently played 1-3 at Dundee, 0-3 at Falkirk and 1-3 at Rangers. Record in the last 5 away games: 1 win, 1 draw, 3 defeats, 3-9 goals. Kilmarnock scored in 3 of those 5 games.
Celtic at home, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Kilmarnock away, last 5 (oldest → newest)
Head-to-head: Celtic enjoy facing Kilmarnock
Record in the last 4 meetings: 4 wins for Celtic, no wins for Kilmarnock, 0 draws. There were 4.5 goals per game on average. Their last meeting ended 1-5 (Kilmarnock vs Celtic, 09/08/2026).
- 09/08/2026 Kilmarnock – Celtic 1-5
- 15/02/2026 Kilmarnock – Celtic 2-3
- 09/11/2025 Celtic – Kilmarnock 4-0
- 14/09/2025 Kilmarnock – Celtic 1-2
Injuries and suspensions
Celtic are without: Alistair Johnston (leg injury), M. Balikwisha (bruising).
Kilmarnock are without: Maksymilian Stryjek (knee injury).
Late absences on matchday may not be included yet.
Who will score?
Top scorers, odds and striker form – Scottish Premiership: Scottish Premiership goalscorer tips.
Scottish Premiership table
| Pos | Team | P | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic | 12 | 27-10 | 28 |
| 2 | Rangers | 12 | 21-9 | 27 |
| 3 | Heart of Midlothian | 11 | 24-17 | 20 |
| 10 | Hibernian | 12 | 15-17 | 11 |
| 11 | Aberdeen | 12 | 12-18 | 11 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock | 12 | 13-28 | 9 |
Celtic vs Kilmarnock odds
The bookmakers make Celtic clear favourites. A home win pays just 1.09, a draw 9.00 and a Kilmarnock win 14.00. Over 2.5 goals is priced at 1.16.
Odds as of: Su 08/11 · 16:26
| Bet | Odds | implied by odds | our view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtic to win | 1.09 | 83% | 77% |
| Draw | 9.00 | 10% | 13% |
| Kilmarnock to win | 14.00 | 6% | 10% |
| Double chance X2 | 5.80 | 17% | 23% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.01 | 90% | 88% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.16 | 79% | 73% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 4.30 | 21% | 27% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.50 | 61% | 53% |
| Under 3.5 goals | 2.35 | 39% | 47% |
“Implied by odds”: the probability contained in the odds (without the bookmaker margin). “Our view”: the odds and our statistical model combined.
Betting tip & prediction: Celtic vs Kilmarnock
In short: We are backing Under 3.5 goals at odds of 2.20. Our score prediction: 2-1. We put the chance at around 48%, while the odds imply only 41%. That is where the value in this bet lies.
For
- The odds match our numbers.
Against
- At home, Celtic saw three or more goals in 4 of 5 games.
- Away from home, Kilmarnock saw three or more goals in 3 of 5 games.
- 4 of the last 4 head-to-head meetings had three or more goals.
Tip: Under 3.5 goals · Odds 2.20 · Prediction 2-1 · Risk high
FAQ: Celtic vs Kilmarnock
When do Celtic play Kilmarnock?
Kick-off is on Sunday, 08/11/2026, at 17:00 (Scottish Premiership).
Who are the favourites in Celtic vs Kilmarnock?
Celtic are clear favourites: a home win pays 1.09, a Kilmarnock win 14.00.
What is the tip for Celtic vs Kilmarnock?
Our tip is Under 3.5 goals at odds of 2.20. We expect a 2-1. Risk: high.
How did recent meetings between Celtic and Kilmarnock go?
Record in the last 4 meetings: 4 wins for Celtic, no wins for Kilmarnock, 0 draws. There were 4.5 goals per game on average. Their last meeting ended 1-5 (Kilmarnock vs Celtic, 09/08/2026).
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