Hibernian v Celtic
Hibernian

Hibernian vs Celtic

, KO: 12:00 , Easter Road
Celtic

Easter Road hasn't been a happy hunting ground for Celtic but they will need to find a way to beat Hibernian in the capital if they want to keep their SPFL Premiership title bid on track.

The champions trail leaders Hearts by three points with just four matches remaining but still have to host the Jambos and third-placed Rangers.

Their two title rivals face off at Tynecastle on Monday evening so this clash with Hibs is a great chance to pile on the pressure.

A win would move Martin O'Neill's men level on points with the Jambos and four clear of Rangers but the Hoops don't have a great record in Leith.

They have dropped points at Easter Road in each of the last 10 seasons but O'Neill can take heart from the fact his side won 2-1 on their last visit in November.

Plenty of Hibees fans wouldn't mind seeing their side come a cropper in this game if it helps Celtic stop rivals Hearts from claiming their first title since 1960.

But boss David Gray and his players have insisted they'll be going all out for the win as they look to seal a European place for next season.

How the bookies view it: No jinx in the Celtic armour

The bookies reckon title-chasing Celtic will banish their Edinburgh demons, with O'Neill's side a best 20/23 with Paddy Power. Hibernian are 18/5 at BetMGM while the draw shouldn't be discounted at 16/5 with the same firm.

Recent head to head: Role reversal

Hibs have usually caused Celtic problems at home but crumbled at Parkhead, yet that trend has been reversed this season. The Hoops won 2-1 at Easter Road in November but have dropped five points in Glasgow, with a 0-0 draw in September followed by a 2-1 Parkhead win for the Hibees in February.

Players to watch: Maeda back in business

Daizen Maeda has been nowhere near the standards he hit last season for Celtic but the Japanese forward has roared back to life in recent weeks. He scored twice against Falkirk last weekend and is a tempting 9/5 with William Hill for another goal.

Owen Elding's pace could cause Celtic a few problems and the Irishman is 12/5 at StarSports to get on the scoresheet.

Backed a player to find the net? Check our Goalscorer Betting guide to see how the markets work and where to find value.

Probable line-ups

Hibs have keeper Raphael Sallinger and defender Felix Passlack suspended after red cards in the derby loss to Hearts. Celtic full-back Alistair Johnston made a welcome return from injury in their last game but will probably start on the bench again.

Hibernian: Smith, C Cadden, O'Hora, Bushiri, Chaiwa, N Cadden, Barlaser, Newell, McGrath, Boyle, Elding.

Celtic: Sinisalo, Ralston, Trusty, Scales, Tierney, McGregor, Engels, Nygren, Forrest, Yang, Maeda.

Anything else catch the eye?

This should be an open game as I can't imagine Hibs setting up to frustrate Celtic. That makes BTTS and over 2.5 goals a decent option but it doesn't offer great value at 19/20 with Coral.

The Hoops are usually good value for corners and Hibs also put plenty of balls into the box that need to be defended. So I like over 11.5 flag kicks in this one, which pays evens at Bet365.

Arne Engels' return from injury is a big boost for Celtic for the run-in and the Belgian has a great delivery from set-pieces. He's 15/4 with Betfred to provide an assist here.

Hibernian vs Celtic Betting Tips & Predictions
Daizen Maeda anytime scorer
9/5
William Hill
Over 11.5 corners
Evens
Bet365
Arne Engels assist
15/4
Betfred
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