Celtic v Hearts: team news, referee details, KO time & where to watch

Celtic face Kilmarnock on Saturday afternoon as the Scottish Champions close in on the Premiership title. Brendan Rodgers’ side could have won the title this afternoon had they beaten St Johnstone last weekend but the Celts fell to a disappointing 1-0 defeat.

Celtic will look to bounce back from the disappointing defeat in Perth to get three points against Derek McInnes’ Killie.

Team News

Celtic No.1 Kasper Schmeichel remains out with a shoulder injury. Liam Scales is still a doubt with a facial injury.

South Korean attacker Yang is out with an elbow injury. Apart from that Celtic have a full squad available.

Expect Sinisalo to start in goals. The Finnish stopper will be hoping to record a second clean sheet for the club.

In defence, expect Greg Taylor to come in to the starting XI at left back with Alistair Johnston at right back. Cameron Carter-Vickers and Auston Trusty will start in the central pairing.

Callum McGregor will start in the midfield with Luke McCowan and Paulo Bernardo two contenders to play slightly further forward.

Daizen Maeda, Jota and Nicolas Kühn will likely start in attack.

Referee Details

Experienced referee John Beaton has been handed the whistle for the early kick-off clash. The 43-year-old will be assisted by Daniel McFarlane and Scott Anderson.

Meanwhile, at Clydesdale House, Gavin Duncan is on VAR with Gary Hilland assisting.

Kick Off Time

The game kicks off at 12:30pm (Celtic Park Time).

Where to Watch

The game will be shown on Sky Sports Football with coverage from Paradise beginning at 12 noon. The game will also be shown on Celtic TV with coverage being shown for subscribers outside Britain and Ireland.

It is a sellout at Celtic Park this afternoon as Brendan’s team look to go within touching distance of the title.