The Scottish Premiership’s second-to-last round of the 2025-26 season kicks off this week with a clash between Motherwell and Celtic at Fir Park on Wednesday. Motherwell is on the verge of securing a fourth-place finish, which would earn them a spot in the UEFA Conference League qualifiers, while Celtic is battling in a tight two-horse race for the title, the closest the league has seen in 15 years.
Motherwell is inching towards European competition, despite having won only one of their last nine games.
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However, Derek McInnes’ team revitalized the title race by holding Hearts to a 1-1 draw on Saturday, denying the league leaders a full three points.
Motherwell currently holds a four-point lead in fourth place with two matches remaining. A victory on Wednesday would ensure their place in continental competition, and their favorable goal difference suggests they are already close to achieving this.
Celtic is eager to retain the Premiership title in Glasgow and can do so by winning their last two matches.
Following Hearts’ dropped points earlier, Celtic understood the importance of their performance in the 452nd Old Firm derby on Sunday. Despite conceding an early goal to Rangers within the first 10 minutes, Martin O’Neill’s squad responded strongly and secured a 3-1 win, putting them in control of their championship fate.
Motherwell vs Celtic Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Celtic’s previous visit to Fir Park resulted in a 2-0 loss, marking their first defeat to Motherwell in ten years.
- Only Hearts, with 31 goals conceded, have a better defensive record than Motherwell, who have let in 33 goals this season.
- Celtic has netted 67 goals in the league this season, second only to Rangers’ 70.
- Motherwell’s 3-2 loss to Falkirk in early April is their only home defeat since another loss to the same team in October.
Motherwell vs Celtic Prediction
Motherwell’s strong home form presents a genuine challenge to Celtic’s title hopes this week.
Nonetheless, Celtic demonstrated resilience against Rangers recently, which might help them secure a crucial win on Wednesday.
Prediction: Motherwell 1-2 Celtic
Motherwell vs Celtic Betting Tips
Tip 1 – Result: Celtic to win
Tip 2 – Goals – Over/under 2.5 – Over 2.5 goals (Five of Celtic’s last six matches have featured more than 2.5 goals)
Tip 3 – Both teams to score: YES
Edited by Peter Pedroncelli
