67 Hail Hail writers back Wilfried Nancy to get off to a positive start in first Celtic game vs Hearts

We, the writers at 67 Hail Hail, have predicted how Celtic will fare in Wilfried Nancy’s first game in charge against Hearts.

Nancy was unveiled at the press conference on Friday, where he previewed the top of the table clash.

Derek McInnes isn’t sure what to expect of the Frenchman, and neither do many others.

There is little time for the 48-year-old to implement any of his key tactics, but first and foremost a win is all Celtic fans will ask for.

So, without further ado, here are how our writers predict the game will go.

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What do you think the score will be against Hearts?

Callum Boyle

All the momentum is with Celtic for me in this. I appreciate that there may be some concerns about giving Nancy a huge first test, but this is what managing this club is all about.

The Hoops are flying in the league and Hearts are beginning to choke. That doesn’t mean to say that it will be a walkover, but I do think this side has too much for the McInnes’ men and by the end of the night, we will be top of the league.

Amir Mir

Hearts are wobbling, and their recent troubles will show against a now confident, in-form, and hyped up Celtic side.

With Wilfried Nancy taking charge of his first game, I can’t see anything but a Hoops win.

It wouldn’t surprise me if Hearts score, but I think this Celtic side and the crowd will want to give it back to the part-time leaders. A Daizen Maeda brace and Liam Scales on the scoresheet for me.

What would your starting XI look like vs Hearts?

The Celtic predicted XI to face Hearts Credit: GRV Media line up tool/Callum Boyle

Prediction: Celtic 3-1 Hearts

Martin Crawford

I’m very excited by the appointment of Nancy, so I can’t wait for this one.

“Of course, you can’t expect any huge changes when he’s just in the door, so the priority is simply winning – I trust this team to do that, so I’m going with a win for Celtic and a perfect start to the new era.

Prediction: Celtic 2-0 Hearts

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