Celtic v Beşiktaş is on 5 November 2026 · 20:00 at Celtic Park (Glasgow). We think it is an even game. Below are the tip, the probability of each result, the absences and a look at the match.
Celtic vs Beşiktaş: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Celtic are 35th with 0 points after 3 matches (0W 0D 3L), whereas Beşiktaş are 8th with 7 points (2W 1D 0L).
- Attack and defence. Celtic have scored 1.0 and conceded 3.0 goals per game on average in this competition; Beşiktaş average 1.9 scored and 0.7 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Celtic: 0W 0D 3L, goals 3–9; Beşiktaş: 7W 1D 1L, goals 17–6.
What to expect
Beşiktaş should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 1–2, about 3 goals combined, and 1–1 (10.7%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Both teams to score (odds 1.52), and our probability for it is 62%. We estimate both teams scoring at 62% and over 2.5 goals at 60%.
Prediction: key points
- Goals scored and conceded in this competition: Celtic 3–9, Beşiktaş 17–6.
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 60%.
- Absent: Celtic 7, Beşiktaş 4.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: yes
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: yes (probability 62%, best available odds 1.52). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Celtic are missing: L. Emenalo, A. Johnston, Jota, S. Mheuka, A. Trusty, Yang Hyun-Jun, J. van den Berg. Beşiktaş are without: U. Akdag, C. Keles, O. Kokcu, F. Miretti. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Celtic vs Beşiktaş: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 3.20 | 3.89 | 2.23 |
| Market average | 3.08 | 3.70 | 2.14 |
| Lowest odds | 2.88 | 3.30 | 2.05 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.19 | 1.17 | 80.3% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.67 | 1.59 | 59.6% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.45 | 2.35 | 40.4% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.54 | 2.43 | 38.7% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.52 | 1.50 | 62.1% |
| BTTS – no | 2.55 | 2.47 | 37.9% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 3/11/26, 12:30. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 6.3%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Celtic 1–1 Beşiktaş, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Celtic 35th (0 points), Beşiktaş 8th (7 points).
- Form in the competition: Celtic 0W 0D 3L (3:9), Beşiktaş 7W 1D 1L (17:6).
- Absences: Celtic 7, Beşiktaş 4.
Who will win Celtic vs Beşiktaş?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Celtic vs Beşiktaş: who is missing
Celtic
- L. Emenalonot in the squad · will miss the match
- A. Johnstonnot in the squad · will miss the match
- Jotanot in the squad · will miss the match
- S. Mheukanot in the squad · will miss the match
- A. Trustynot in the squad · will miss the match
- Yang Hyun-Junhamstring injury · will miss the match
- J. van den Bergnot in the squad · will miss the match
Beşiktaş
- U. Akdagred card · will miss the match
- C. Kelesnot in the squad · will miss the match
- O. Kokcufoot injury · will miss the match
- F. Mirettiinjury · will miss the match
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Celtic vs Beşiktaş: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 3-0-0 | 10:2 | 9 | |
| 2 | 3 | 3-0-0 | 8:0 | 9 | |
| 3 | 3 | 3-0-0 | 8:1 | 9 | |
| 4 | 3 | 3-0-0 | 9:3 | 9 | |
| 5 | 3 | 3-0-0 | 4:1 | 9 | |
| 6 | 3 | 2-1-0 | 8:1 | 7 | |
| 7 | 3 | 2-1-0 | 9:3 | 7 | |
| 8 | 3 | 2-1-0 | 9:5 | 7 | |
| 9 | 3 | 2-1-0 | 4:2 | 7 | |
| 10 | 3 | 2-0-1 | 6:2 | 6 | |
| 11 | 3 | 2-0-1 | 5:4 | 6 | |
| 12 | 3 | 2-0-1 | 5:6 | 6 | |
| 13 | 3 | 1-2-0 | 4:3 | 5 | |
| 14 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 8:3 | 4 | |
| 15 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 8:5 | 4 | |
| 16 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 5:3 | 4 | |
| 17 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 3:3 | 4 | |
| 18 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 3:4 | 4 | |
| 19 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 1:3 | 4 | |
| 20 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 5:8 | 4 | |
| 21 | 3 | 1-1-1 | 3:6 | 4 | |
| 22 | 3 | 1-0-2 | 4:3 | 3 | |
| 23 | 3 | 1-0-2 | 5:5 | 3 | |
| 24 | 3 | 1-0-2 | 4:5 | 3 | |
| 25 | 3 | 1-0-2 | 3:4 | 3 | |
| 26 | 3 | 1-0-2 | 3:4 | 3 | |
| 27 | 3 | 1-0-2 | 4:6 | 3 | |
| 28 | 3 | 1-0-2 | 4:7 | 3 | |
| 29 | 3 | 0-1-2 | 2:7 | 1 | |
| 30 | 3 | 0-1-2 | 1:6 | 1 | |
| 31 | 3 | 0-1-2 | 2:9 | 1 | |
| 32 | 3 | 0-1-2 | 1:9 | 1 | |
| 33 | 3 | 0-0-3 | 2:7 | 0 | |
| 34 | 3 | 0-0-3 | 1:6 | 0 | |
| 35 | 3 | 0-0-3 | 3:9 | 0 | |
| 36 | 3 | 0-0-3 | 2:11 | 0 |
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What is the best tip for Celtic vs Beşiktaş?
Over 2.5 goals (1.67); Draw or Beşiktaş (X2) (1.40).
Who will win Celtic vs Beşiktaş?
Our probabilities: Celtic to win 31%, a draw 25%, Beşiktaş to win 44%.
What time and where is kick-off?
5 November 2026, kick-off at 20:00, at Celtic Park, Glasgow.
Who will be missing?
Celtic: L. Emenalo, A. Johnston, Jota, S. Mheuka, A. Trusty, Yang Hyun-Jun, J. van den Berg. Beşiktaş: U. Akdag, C. Keles, O. Kokcu, F. Miretti. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 60% (odds 1.67); under 2.5 goals is at 40% (odds 2.45).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 62% probability (odds 1.52).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 1–1 (10.7%); after that come 1–2 (9.1%) and 0–1 (7.7%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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