Celtic take on Motherwell tomorrow and the reigning Scottish Premiership will be keen to get back to winning ways after a stalemate at Dundee United in their last away match of 2024.
First of all, Merry Christmas to everyone tuning in! Celtic have given us some great memories to cherish this year, but there are still two fixtures left to go before bringing the bells in.
Last time out, a goalless draw against Dundee United at Tannadice extended the Bhoys’ unbeaten run despite obvious frustration at not being able to take three points.
Unfortunately, injury and illness hit the Celtic camp hard in the City of Discovery, but they still retain a healthy nine-point lead over Rangers ahead of facing the Steelmen.
Stuart Kettewell’s men come into this one off the back of a 1-1 draw against Kilmarnock, with the highlight of proceedings a controversial red card for Dan Casey that was harsh to say the least.
Below, 67 Hail Hail has everything you need to know ahead of this weekend’s clash, including how to watch live, the latest team news, appointed officials and more.
Celtic vs Motherwell kick-off time
Celtic face Motherwell on Thursday, 26th December at Parkhead in the Scottish Premiership. Kick-off is at 3 pm GMT.
Celtic vs Motherwell TV channel
Is Celtic vs Motherwell on TV? No, neither Sky Sports nor Premier Sports has picked up the rights to broadcast the match live from Glasgow’s east end. However, Celtic TV have opted to show proceedings via a pay-per-view option to viewers inside the UK & Ireland.
Priced at £9.99 for existing subscribers or £12.99 for non-subscribers, there is a legitimate way to watch all the action! Simply select the ‘Purchase PPV’ option via the official website and follow the instruction available.
As per usual, Celtic TV viewers outside the UK & Ireland can watch via the club’s in-house channel. Build-up starts 30 minutes before kick-off, while there is a full video replay from 10 pm.
You can listen to audio updates on Sportsound via BBC Radio Scotland. League-wide coverage begins at 12 pm, while Sportscene will show video highlights of the clash at 7.15 pm. The SPFL YouTube channel will upload their own version on Friday.
Celtic team and injury news
Brendan Rodgers admitted Nicolas Kuhn has suffered a knee-related setback, but it remains unclear whether he will return to face Motherwell.
Cameron Carter-Vickers and Auston Trusty should make it after missing out at Tannadice due to illness. Alistair Johnston may return after his absence.
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Referee & VAR
Ross Hardie is the man with the whistle for Celtic vs Motherwell. Jonathan Bell and Gordon Crawford will run the lines.
Euan Anderson has been drafted in as the chief VAR operative and is supported by Graeme Stewart.
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