Celtic are at home to Kilmarnock on 8 November 2026 · 16:00 at Celtic Park (Glasgow). Our favourites are Celtic (80%). Further down: our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and our analysis of the match.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 1.19 | 8.29 | 13.50 |
| Market average | 1.16 | 7.50 | 12.30 |
| Lowest odds | 1.13 | 6.28 | 8.87 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.09 | 1.06 | 87.8% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.29 | 1.25 | 74.4% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 4.09 | 3.65 | 25.6% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.73 | 1.70 | 55.3% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.80 | 1.73 | 53.8% |
| BTTS – no | 2.15 | 2.02 | 46.2% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 3/11/26, 03:38. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 8.1%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Celtic 2–0 Kilmarnock, roughly 4 goals in total.
- Table: Celtic 1st (28 points), Kilmarnock 11th (9 points).
- Form in the competition: Celtic 9W 1D 2L (27:10), Kilmarnock 2W 3D 7L (13:28).
- H2H: 53 matches: Celtic 40W 8D 5L, goals 138–38.
- Absences: Celtic 0, Kilmarnock 0.
Who will win Celtic vs Kilmarnock?
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 Kilmarnock: who is missing
Celtic
- No reported absences
Kilmarnock
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12 | 9-1-2 | 27:10 | 28 | |
| 2 | 11 | 7-3-1 | 19:9 | 24 | |
| 3 | 11 | 6-2-3 | 24:17 | 20 | |
| 4 | 12 | 5-3-4 | 15:12 | 18 | |
| 5 | 11 | 5-2-4 | 17:13 | 17 | |
| 6 | 11 | 4-4-3 | 16:16 | 16 | |
| 7 | 12 | 3-5-4 | 15:19 | 14 | |
| 8 | 12 | 4-2-6 | 12:20 | 14 | |
| 9 | 12 | 3-3-6 | 14:20 | 12 | |
| 10 | 11 | 3-2-6 | 12:14 | 11 | |
| 11 | 12 | 2-3-7 | 13:28 | 9 | |
| 12 | 11 | 2-2-7 | 11:17 | 8 |
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How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Celtic are 1st with 28 points after 12 matches (9W 1D 2L), whereas Kilmarnock are 11th with 9 points (2W 3D 7L).
- Attack and defence. Celtic have scored 2.3 and conceded 0.8 goals per game on average in this competition; Kilmarnock average 1.1 scored and 2.3 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Celtic: 9W 1D 2L, goals 27–10; Kilmarnock: 2W 3D 7L, goals 13–28.
- Head to head. In their 53 meetings so far, Celtic have 40 wins, Kilmarnock have 5 wins and 8 draws have been recorded; the goals stand at 138–38.
What to expect
Celtic should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 3–1, about 4 goals combined, and 2–0 (9.6%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
At 1.19, the odds on the result are low, so take a look at the goals markets: Over 3.5 goals (odds 1.73), and our probability for it is 55%. We estimate both teams scoring at 54% and over 2.5 goals at 74%.
Prediction: key points
- Meetings: 53; Celtic 40 wins, 8 draws, Kilmarnock 5 wins.
- Meetings between these sides have averaged 3.3 goals.
- Goals scored and conceded in this competition: Celtic 27–10, Kilmarnock 13–28.
- We are expecting about 4 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 74%.
- Absent: Celtic 0, Kilmarnock 0.
Alternative tip: Both sides to score: yes
Alternative pick: Both sides to score: yes (probability 54%, best available odds 1.80). Our projection of about 4 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Celtic are missing: no absences. Kilmarnock are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Celtic vs Kilmarnock: team stats compared
These values rely on just this season's games, a sample that is still small.
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Celtic vs Kilmarnock: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Celtic vs Kilmarnock?
Our result tip is Celtic to win (odds 1.19), and our goals tip is Over 3.5 goals (odds 1.73). The safer pick is Celtic or draw (1X).
Who will win Celtic vs Kilmarnock?
Our probabilities: Celtic to win 80%, a draw 12%, Kilmarnock to win 8%.
What time and where is kick-off?
8 November 2026, kick-off at 16:00, at Celtic Park, Glasgow.
Who will be missing?
Celtic: no absences. Kilmarnock: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 74% (odds 1.29); under 2.5 goals is at 26% (odds 4.09).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 54% probability (odds 1.80).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 2–0 (9.6%); after that come 3–0 (9.6%) and 2–1 (8.1%).
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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