Aberdeen vs Celtic Prediction and Betting Tip- Odds, H2H and Preview Predictions

Aberdeen vs Celtic Preview

After the conclusion of the Scottish Premiership, we will now find out on Saturday who will win the Scottish Cup at Hampden Park.

Aberdeen had an abysmal end to their campaign, as they finished the season outside the top four, meaning if they win the Cup, they will enter the Europa League next season. If they lose, they will enter the Conference League qualifiers.

Celtic are looking for yet another domestic treble, to make it six in their past nine seasons. They had a routine end to their season, finishing the Championship round unbeaten, ending the campaign on 92 points.

As the game approaches, here is everything you need to know about both sides ahead of kick-off.

How to Watch Aberdeen vs Celtic

Aberdeen clash with Celtic at the iconic Hampden Park on Saturday 24th May.

TV Channel

You will be able to watch this match on Saturday afternoon on most main BBC platforms.

• Date: Saturday 24, May
• Kick-off: 16:00 BST
• Channel: BBC Scotland, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport Website

Key Statistics

• The holders scored a mammoth 112 goals in just 38 games in the league this year, Aberdeen managed just 48

• Celtic’s defence was also a step above the rest- their 26 goals against compares to Aberdeen’s 61

• In their four matches in this competition to this point, Celtic have conceded just once, scoring 14 along the way

• Aberdeen, meanwhile, have scored 12, conceding just twice

Aberdeen Preview, Form and Standout Players

Aberdeen Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Mitov; Shinnie, Knoetser, Tobers, Jensen; Clarkson, Palaversa; Okkels, Nisbet, Morris; Gueye.

Of their five second phase matches to end the campaign, Aberdeen started it well, with a 1-0 victory over Hibernian. Since, however, they were defeated 1-0 by St Mirren, 4-0 by Rangers, 5-1 by Celtic, and 2-1 by Dundee United. Ending things on a horrible note, they will look to improve massively on Saturday afternoon.

Their record against Celtic is rather awful, so they will need everyone to perform on the day and hope Brendan Rodgers and his side make mistakes. Okkels and Nisbet have both scored in recent games so Aberdeen will need them to be in top shape for the final.

Celtic Preview, Form and Standout Players

Celtic Predicted Lineup (4-3-3): Schmeichel; Schlupp, Scales, Carter-Vickers, Ralston; McGregor, Engels, Hatate; Maeda, Idah, Forrest.

Celtic enjoyed a comfortable end to their season, remaining unbeaten in their final five matches, winning three and drawing twice. Their two stalemates were against St Mirren and their Old Firm rivals, Rangers. Meanwhile, their victories came against, Hibernian, Dundee United, and Aberdeen.

It will be a shock if Celtic fail to complete the domestic treble, and they are definitely the firm favourites for the trophy at Hampden Park. Idah had an excellent end to his season, scoring four in the last five, so he will look add even more.

Head-to-head Comparison

Look away, Aberdeen fans. Aberdeen have failed to win any of their last 1o meeting with Celtic. The last time they won was in 2018- they have played each other 30 times since.

Recent Meetings:

• Aberdeen 1-5 Celtic, May 14, 2025

• Celtic 5-1 Aberdeen, February 25, 2025

• Aberdeen 0-1 Celtic, December 4, 2024

• Celtic 6-0 Aberdeen, November 2, 2024

• Celtic 2-2 Aberdeen, October 19, 2024

Betting Tip for Aberdeen vs Celtic

Aberdeen’s best chance here, may be to take it to penalties, but considering they have conceded 19 in their last five matches against Celtic, that may be too big of an ask. They have not won a trophy since 2014, so the players may be incentivised by this on Saturday. Regardless, we believe it may be a long afternoon for The Granite City.

Therefore, our team of betting professionals have gone for Celtic to Win as the best value tip for this match. A stake of £10 on Highbet with odds of 1.3, could see a potential return of £13.

(Odds Subject to Change)

Final Prediction

Aberdeen 1-3 Celtic