13 AI models have taken a position on St. Johnstone vs Celtic, and the strongest agreement is on the total goals market: 6 of the 6 models that priced it back Over 2.5 goals. Elsewhere, the both teams to score market leans BTTS: Yes (4/6) and the Asian handicap market leans Celtic -1.5 (6/12). Below: every model's picks, their reasoning, and the best live odds for each selection.
won 346 of 570 settled BTTS picks · +185.3u profit · this pick: BTTS: No @ 2.00 · 3 units
⚡ Why this pick
Celtic kept Aberdeen scoreless in a 3-0 victory.
St. Johnstone managed only 1-1 against Dundee FC.
St. Johnstone lost 0-1 to St. Mirren.
Celtic's collapse
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St. Johnstone
4-2-3-1
Projected · last match XI
7
Steven
99
Paton
10
Gullan
11
Stanton
8
Holt
42
McAlear
2
Alic
3
Diabate
5
Mitchell
26
Todd
1
Steward
Bench (9)
Morgan Boyes · Bozo Mikulic · Matty Foulds · Kai Fotheringham · Ross Sinclair · Logan Chalmers · Macaulay Tait · Josh Fowler · Liam Smith
Coach · Simo Valakari
Match Preview
St. Johnstone vs Celtic Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-09-05 19:52 UTC
St. Johnstone and Celtic set for Premiership clash at McDiarmid Park
St. Johnstone head into this midweek encounter at McDiarmid Park looking to find rhythm after a testing start to their Premiership campaign. Meanwhile, Celtic arrive on the back of a productive period both on the pitch and in the transfer market, aiming to maintain their momentum in the early stages of the season.
St. Johnstone's search for consistency
Simo Valakari’s side has navigated a challenging opening to the season, balancing League Cup group fixtures with the intensity of the Premiership. Following a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Dundee FC on 2 September, the team has shown flashes of attacking potential, notably in their 4-3 victory over Kilmarnock earlier in August. Valakari has emphasized the need for his players to maintain resilience and focus, urging them to play with quality and control rather than simply reacting to their opponents.
Celtic's new-look squad dynamics
Celtic enter this match following a 3-0 win over Aberdeen, a result that highlights their current domestic form. The club has been active in the transfer market, with manager Martin O’Neill recently noting that the squad is integrating new arrivals like Sam Johnstone. This period of change brings a "reset-and-prove" atmosphere to the camp, as the team looks to blend fresh talent with established starters while managing the fitness of players like Kieran Tierney and Kasper Hogh.
Team news and expected lineups
As the match approaches, both managers are weighing their options for the starting XI. For St. Johnstone, Valakari is expected to field a side capable of executing his proactive tactical vision, aiming to disrupt Celtic’s rhythm through possession. Celtic’s lineup remains fluid, with O’Neill indicating that late fitness checks on returning players could influence his final selection. The integration of recent signings means there is potential for tactical variation as the visitors look to stamp their authority on the game.
Historical context and head-to-head
The history between these two sides at McDiarmid Park reflects a mix of dominant performances and occasional surprises. While Celtic secured a convincing 5-0 victory in the FA Cup back in April 2025, St. Johnstone proved they are capable of upsetting the odds with a 1-0 win in the Premiership just weeks earlier. These past encounters serve as a reminder that despite the disparity in recent form, the nature of the fixture often allows for unpredictable outcomes.
The tactical battle ahead
The central question for this match is whether St. Johnstone can successfully impose their desire for control against a Celtic side brimming with new energy. If the home side can maintain the proactive approach Valakari demands, they may find opportunities to test a Celtic defense that is still adjusting to its new personnel. Conversely, if Celtic’s new recruits settle quickly, their ability to rotate and adapt could prove too much for the hosts to contain over the full 90 minutes.
Celtic
4-2-3-1
Projected · last match XI
11
Duran
13
Yang
8
Nygren
23
Hassan
42
McGregor
22
Baur
5
Scales
6
Trusty
20
Carter-Vickers
51
Donovan
1
Sinisalo
Bench (14)
Jordan Lotomba · Sebastian Tounekti · Oliver Soerensen · Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain · Sam Johnstone · Shumaira Mheuka · Joel van den Berg · Dane Murray · James Forrest · Alistair Johnston · Callum Osmand · Kieran Tierney · Kasper Waarts Hoegh · Jota
Coach · Martin O'Neill
No expected line-ups published yet — projected from each side's XI in their previous match. Locks as Confirmed ~1h before kickoff.
All Predictions
What each AI model picked for St. Johnstone vs Celtic
Every pick each model placed, market by market — with the odds they took.
