Celtic open their Scottish Premiership title defence against Kilmarnock this weekend, looking to secure a fourth league crown in succession.
Brendan Rodgers’ men will unfurl the league flag ahead of commencing competitive action, with all the action live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. The build-up to the exciting affair starts at 4 pm [Sky Sports].
Derek McInnes will take his Kilmarnock side to Glasgow fresh from their Europa Conference League second-round qualifying second-leg against Cercle Brugge.
The Ayrshire outfit managed a 1-1 draw at Rugby Park at home Belgian Pro League opposition last Thursday, so they arrive at Parkhead with plenty of match sharpness.
Last term, Celtic recorded two league victories, one draw and a loss against Kilmarnock. With anticipation bubbling, officials for the clash have now been announced.
Officials and VAR confirmed ahead of Celtic vs Kilmarnock
Don Robertson has been appointed as referee for Celtic vs Kilmarnock and will be charged with keeping tempers in check on the field. He will be supported by David Roome and Craig Ferguson, who will run either line at Parkhead [Scottish FA].
Greg Aitken has been brought in as the chief VAR operative, with Jonathan Bell on hand should any contentious situations require a further pair of eyes. The fourth official on this occasion hasn’t yet been disclosed, we will bring that to you as soon as it is available.
Hopefully, post-match chatter can be limited to the football. Celtic are getting ready to kick-off their quest for further silverware and will be roared on by a capacity crowd at Parkhead.
Tickets for the clash have sold out, and North Curve Celtic have organised a full-stadium Tifo display before the action gets underway.
Three points are imperative for the Hoops as they look to make an opening-day statement. Backed by a raucous crowd, Rodgers and company will be desperate to show why they are the team to beat in Scotland.
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