Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic predictions, lineups and betting tips

Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: January 18th 2026 | Rugby Park, Kilmarnock | Scottish FA Cup | 17.30pm

Its David and Goliath in a fascinating and exciting fixture between a sixth tier Scottish Junior side against the previous Premiership Scottish Champions, the under dogs in Auchinleck Talbot are a famous and well followed part time side who will take great pride in representing their area, meanwhile Celtic will want to to get the job done in a ruthless fashion, never the less cant forget what happened with Aberdeen and Darvel heading into this one.

Key Betting Tip: both teams to score no at 1.53 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

It’s almost a guarantee Celtic will win the match however in what way is unpredictable due to Shakey recent from with previous manager Wilfried Nancy however with Oneil back leading the charge their attitude and drive may make things pretty dominant. For Talbot they’ll give it everything and as their manager said during the week will need to play above themselves to compete with Celtic however Scottish FA Cup magic could potentially come to light as their league form is of a good nature.

Recent Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic Matches Analysis

##Auchinlech Talbot Last 5 Matches:

Drumchapel United Drumchapel United 5 – 3 Auchinleck Talbot Auchinleck Talbot (WOSFL Premier)

Auchinleck Talbot Auchinleck Talbot 3 – 0 Rutherglen Glencairn Rutherglen Glencairn (WOSFL Premier)

Auchinleck Talbot 5 – 0 Renfrew (WOSFL Premier)

Dumbarton 0 – 4 Auchinleck Talbot (Scottish Cup)

Auchinleck Talbot 2 – 0 Vale of Clyde (Scottish Junior Cup)

As a tremendous Junior side Talbot are unbeaten in their last five and tipped along with Troon to win the premier division this season they dominate games and score goals for fun however against such a good outfit in Celtic they will truly be put to the test.

##Celtic Last 5 Matches:

Falkirk 0-1 Celtic (Scottish Premiership)

Celtic 4-0 Dundee Utd (Scottish Premiership)

Celtic 1-3 Rangers (Scottish Premiership)

Motherwell 2-0 Celtic (Scottish Premiership)

Livingston 2- 4 Celtic (Scottish Premiership)

Celtic need to redeem themselves for their loss in the Scottish league cup and losing the Scottish cup final last year, they’ll have a desire to rectify this and win the Scottish cup this year as well s the league if they can fight back.

Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions suggesting that there is a 65.2% chance of both to score no. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, playerr availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Auchinleck Talbot vs Celtic Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: BTTS no @ 1.53 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted both teams to score no in this fixture. Due to the away side having a much more stronger and more experienced defence.

Key Players to Watch:

For Auchinleck Talbot Euan Thomson has always been a talented player of theirs frequently getting involved in goals whether its creating or finshing them off himself.

For Celtic Arne Engles is in hot form with goals and assists with his corners and clinical finishing he will be a likely starter in this one.

Auchinleck vs Celtic Match Facts

Referee: Ross Hardie

Broadcast Details:

UK: Premier Sports One

Stadium Information: Rugby Park is home to Kilmarnock with the Junior side being at home due to regulations and circumstances the Ayrshire ground will be used instead, as it's in the catchment and also more feasible for fans and organisation something the home support are not a fan of.