Celtic are aiming to keep their winning feeling going under Martin O’Neill when they face Auchinleck Talbot in the Scottish Cup on Sunday.
Auchinleck play in the West of Scotland League Premier Division, and they beat Dumbarton on their way to the fourth round and a meeting with Celtic.
This fixture was initially scheduled to take place at Auchinleck’s home stadium, Beechwood Park, but it was relocated to Kilmarnock’s Rugby Park after the ‘difficult’ decision was taken by Talbot themselves.
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What time does Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic kick off?
Celtic face Auchinleck Talbot on Sunday, 17th January, Kick-Off time at Rugby Park is at 17:30 GMT.
Is Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic on TV?
Yes, Premier Sports have the rights to Scottish Cup action, and they will be live at Rugby Park, as Talbot aim to upset Celtic.
Coverage on Premier Sports 1 begins at 17:15 GMT.
For viewers outside of the UK and Ireland, you will be able to watch the Scottish Cup fourth round tie on Celtic TV. You will require a subscription to view this event; those inside the UK and Ireland won’t be able to view this match.
Can I live stream Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic?
Yes. You can live stream Premier Sports in the UK and Ireland through their dedicated app/website, Amazon Prime Video, Sky, or the STV Player (for Scottish content).
Celtic team news
Expect O’Neill to ring the changes. There are no fresh injury concerns.
Long-term absentees: Alistair Johnston, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Jota and Callum Osmand.
Stephen Welsh has been recalled from his loan spell at Motherwell, and he is available for selection after not featuring in the matchday squad against Falkirk.
Kelechi Iheanacho was ‘back on the grass’ this week, and it remains to be seen if he will feature. Whilst Marcelo Saracchi isn’t expected back until the start of February.
Who is the referee and VAR for Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic?
The man who will conduct duties out in the middle will be Ross Hardie, and his assistants will be Calum Spence and Alastair Taylor.
VAR will be available. Chris Graham will be on VAR duty, and he will be assisted by Andrew Dallas.
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