Celtic vs Dundee Un. Prediction 10 January 2026
The upcoming clash between Celtic and Dundee United promises to be an intriguing encounter. Both teams have set their sights on specific goals for the season, but it's the visitors who are in dire need of victories to climb the league standings. Celtic boast a strong home form, characterized by high-scoring games and a dynamic attacking style. Meanwhile, Dundee United have shown resilience, often fighting until the final whistle, and have positive trends in away fixtures. The key storyline is whether the hosts can maintain their defensive solidity against visitors determined to upset the favorites.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 17 December 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 2:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Dundee United):
- ball possession percentage: 26% vs 74%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 6;
- fouls: 10 vs 3;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Celtic and Dundee United:
- played 21 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 15, for the away team - 1, draws - 5;
- number of goals - 54 against 10;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.33, in the 2nd half - 1.71;
- average total goals in the match - 3.05.
Head-to-head statistics Celtic - Dundee Un.
Celtic Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Premiership tournament (home team - Celtic, away team - Rangers). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:3.
Here's the game statistics (Celtic vs Rangers):
- ball possession: 65% vs 35%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 5;
- fouls: 13 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 3;
- shots on target: 9 vs 4.
Celtic hold the third spot in the league standings, thanks to an impressive run of 12 wins in their 20 matches this season. However, the team has faced some challenges, with three consecutive defeats highlighting a lack of consistency (2 wins and 3 losses). Celtic thrive on dominating the pitch through ball control and aggressive attacking play, as evidenced by their average of 1.7 goals per game. Nonetheless, their defensive vulnerabilities are a cause for concern, with the Hoops conceding in their last eight matches.
Match Results: Celtic
Dundee United Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Premiership tournament (home team - Dundee United, away - Dundee). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here are the match stats (Dundee United vs Dundee):
- ball possession: 55% vs 45%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 2;
- fouls: 12 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 3.
Dundee United are currently sitting in 7th place in the league and are looking to improve their performance following a series of draws, with five in their last ten matches. The team has shown remarkable resilience on the road, covering a +2.5 handicap successfully in their last 17 away games consecutively. Their most recent clash with Celtic ended in a 2-1 defeat for the visitors. Nonetheless, the team is actively working on strengthening their defensive play.
Match Results: Dundee United
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 21;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 5; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 2;
- Average first-half total: 1.33;
- Today's home team scores on average 1.1, while the visitors net 0.24.
First-Half Stats: Celtic (home) vs Dundee United (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 10 vs 10;
- wins: 5 (50%) vs 5 (50%);
- losses: 1 (10%) vs 4 (40%);
- draws: 4 (40%) vs 1 (10%);
- Average goals scored: 0.9 vs 1.3;
- Average goals conceded: 0.2 vs 0.6.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 6 vs 2;
- losses: 3 vs 5;
- draws: 1 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.9 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 0.8) vs 1.2 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 0.8).
- Celtic scored in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 home games (Premiership).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 21;
- home team wins - 15, away team wins - 1, draws - 5.
Statistics: Celtic vs Dundee United
- matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 21;
- wins: 12 vs 5;
- win percentage: 60% vs 24%;
- losses: 6 vs 6;
- draws: 2 vs 10.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 2;
- losses: 6 vs 3;
- draws: 0 vs 5.
- Dundee United won with a +2.5 handicap in last 17 away games.
- Dundee United won with a +2.5 handicap in last 15 away games (Premiership).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2.57, the guests - 0.48;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.05;
- both teams scored: overall - 6; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Celtic vs Dundee United
- average total in the tournament: 2.75 vs 2.76;
- average total goals scored: 1.7 vs 1.33;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.8 vs 0.62;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.9 vs 0.71;
- Celtic: average total at home in the tournament - 2.1;
- Dundee United: average total away in the tournament - 1.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1.2) vs 1 (away - 1.25).
- Celtic have conceded in last 8 games.
- Dundee United have scored in 15 of last 17 away games.
Prediction on corners
Celtic: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.75; at home field - 8;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.4; at home field - 6.2.
Dundee United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.67, away - 3.4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; away - 4.25.
- Celtic have taken under 8.5 corners in last 14 games.
- Celtic have taken under 8.5 corners in last 11 games (Premiership).
- Celtic have taken under 8.5 corners in last 7 home games.
- Celtic have taken under 8.5 corners in last 6 home games (Premiership).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 1.42 (0.71 for home team and 0.71 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.28 (0.71 for home team and 1.57 for away team).
Celtic: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.6; at home - 1.4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.4; at home - 1.
Dundee United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.62, away - 2.7;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.2; away - 1.75.
- Over 2.5 yellow cards in 16 of last 17 Celtic games.
- Over 2.5 yellow cards in 12 of last 13 Celtic games (Premiership).
- Over 2.5 yellow cards in last 7 Celtic home games.
- Over 2.5 yellow cards in last 6 Celtic home games (Premiership).
- Over 2.5 yellow cards in last 12 Dundee United games (Premiership).
- Over 2.5 yellow cards in last 8 Dundee United away games (Premiership).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 21;
- both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
- on the home team’s field - 2 times.
Statistics: Celtic vs Dundee United
- number of matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 21;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 13;
- number of BTTS matches for Celtic at home - 4 (40%);
- number of BTTS matches for Dundee United away - 7 (70%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Celtic at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Dundee United away - 3 (75%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (14/123, 11.4%);
- Celtic at home most often finish matches: 1:0 , 4:0 (2/10, 20%);
- Dundee United away most often play: 1:1 (3/10, 30%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
2:1 - 9.74% (odds 9.5)
1:0 - 9.64% (odds 12)
1:1 - 9.18% (odds 12)
⭐ Editor's Prediction
The game promises to be intense, given Celtic's attacking prowess and Dundee United's fighting spirit. The visitors have a knack for keeping the suspense alive until the final whistle, thanks to their resilience on the road. This factor might be crucial when considering a bet with a +1.5 handicap for Dundee United as the most likely outcome among the available betting markets.No comments
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