Hibernian FC vs Celtic FC, Premier League 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Hibernian FC vs Celtic FC — Premier League at Easter Road Stadium.
- Hibernian FC 2 games · 3 pts (2026/27)
- Celtic FC 2 games · 6 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 2 | 6 |
| 2 | St. Mirren FC | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Motherwell FC | 2 | 4 |
| 4 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | Dundee FC | 2 | 3 |
| 6 | St. Johnstone FC | 2 | 3 |
| 7 | Hibernian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 8 | Aberdeen FC | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Rangers FC | 2 | 1 |
| 10 | Falkirk FC | 2 | 1 |
| 11 | Dundee United FC | 2 | 1 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 2 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | Celtic FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 23 Oct | Aberdeen FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 16 Oct | Dundee United FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 03 Oct | Rangers FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 26 Sep | St. Johnstone FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 18 Sep | St. Mirren FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | Hibernian FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 23 Oct | St. Johnstone FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 19 Oct | Ferencvárosi TC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 16 Oct | Motherwell FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 03 Oct | Aberdeen FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 30 Sep | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | H | 0–4 | L |
Season Stats
| Hibernian FC | Celtic FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #7 | Position | #1 |
| 3 | Points | 6 |
| 2 | Played | 2 |
| 1 / 0 / 1 | W / D / L | 2 / 0 / 0 |
| 3 | Scored | 6 |
| 3 | Conceded | 1 |
| +0 | GD | +5 |
| 1.50 | PPG | 3.00 |
| 50% | Win % | 100% |
Key Stats
56%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (27 games)
H2H (27 games)
59%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Hibernian FC this season
Hibernian FC this season
50%
Clean Sheets
Celtic FC this season
Celtic FC this season
Hibernian FC are 7th (3 pts). Celtic FC are 1st (6 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Hibernian FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/1
46-60
1/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Celtic FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
2/–
46-60
2/1
61-75
1/–
76+
–/–
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and Hibernian FC launch into their encounter with Celtic FC.
- 5' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 10' Magnificent from Anthony Ralston! That is 7 goals in 410 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 14' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Cameron Carter-Vickers makes it 0-2.
- 19' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 24' Callum McGregor is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Celtic FC tonight.
- 29' The referee shows Hibernian FC player a Yellow card on 29.
- 30' What composure from Kyogo Furuhashi! The Japan international strokes it home. 0-3.
- 31' A stunning finish from Kyogo Furuhashi — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 36' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 37' Against the run of play, Ryan Porteous has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 42' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 44' A tactical swap from Celtic FC — Nir Bitton on, Tom Rogic off on 44 minutes.
- 46' Time for substitution for Hibernian FC. Alexandros Gogic is replaced by Josh Campbell.
- 51' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 53' Hibernian FC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 53.
- 58' A quiet spell here at Easter Road Stadium. Hibernian FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 63' Both keepers have barely been tested. Hibernian FC and Celtic FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 65' Another change for Celtic FC made on 65 minute. Michael Johnston leaves to be changed by Giorgos Giakoumakis.
- 69' Controversy at the stadium! Callum McGregor argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 74' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 76' Hibernian FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. James Gullan is hanging Kevin Nisbet on the field on 76 minute.
- 81' Another substitution for Celtic FC to replace Kyogo Furuhashi by Liel Abada on 81 minute.
- 86' It looks surprising Hibernian FC does not make any changes. Michael Johnston has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 1-3 the final result. Hibernian FC will be bitterly disappointed.
Lineups
Hibernian FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 22
- 11
- 1
- 10
- 13
- 6
- 4
- 5
-
18
Jamie Murphy ↓ Drey Wright 76'
- 3
-
15
Kevin Nisbet ↓ James Gullan 76'
Bench
- 12
-
8
Drey Wright ↑ 76'
- 27
- 16
-
19
James Gullan ↑ 76'
- 21
-
32
Josh Campbell ↑ 46'
Coach
Jack Ross
Celtic FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 20
-
18
Tom Rogic ↓ Nir Bitton 44'
- 42
- 19
- 56
-
8
Kyogo Furuhashi ↓ Liel Abada 81'
- 14
- 88
- 17
- 4
Bench
-
6
Nir Bitton ↑ 44'
- 29
- 10
-
7
Giorgos Giakoumakis ↑ 65'
- 57
- 54
-
11
Liel Abada ↑ 81'
Coach
Ange Postecoglou
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Kyogo Furuhashi | 4 |
| James Forrest | 4 |
| Daizen Maeda | 4 |
| Odsonne Edouard | 4 |
| Hyun-Gyu Oh | 4 |
| Josh Campbell | 3 |
| Giorgos Giakoumakis | 3 |
| Thody Elie Youan | 3 |
Head to Head
Hibernian FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
0.72
Hibernian FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2.64
Celtic FC xG
I would bet for:
Celtic FC to win 68% + Over 2.5 goals 64%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Celtic FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 3.36
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 84% |
|
16% |
| ± 2.5 | 64% |
|
36% |
| ± 3.5 | 42% |
|
58% |
| ± 4.5 | 25% |
|
75% |
Double Chance
Hibernian FC or Draw
32%
Draw or Celtic FC
86%
Hibernian FC or Celtic FC
81%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Celtic FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 2
12.1%
0 – 3
10.3%
0 – 1
9.1%
1 – 2
8.5%
1 – 3
Actual
1 – 1
7.3%
0 – 4
6.7%
1 – 4
4.9%
0 – 0
4.8%
0 – 5
3.6%
2 – 2
3%
2 – 3
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Hibernian FC
| Handicap | Hibernian FC covers | Push | Celtic FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 0% | — | 100% |
| -2 | 0% | 2% | 98% |
| -1.5 | 2% | — | 98% |
| -1 | 2% | 5% | 93% |
| -0.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| +0.5 | 23% | — | 77% |
| +1 | 23% | 21% | 56% |
| +1.5 | 44% | — | 56% |
| +2 | 44% | 22% | 34% |
| +2.5 | 66% | — | 34% |
Clean Sheet
Hibernian FC keeps clean sheet
8%
✓
Celtic FC keeps clean sheet
49%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.