Our prediction
Key factors behind our tip
Celtic at 1.28 imply about a 78% win probability, a sizeable gap over Aberdeen at 10.5 (roughly 10%).
The draw is priced at 6.5, implying near 15%, reflecting the market's expectation of a decisive result.
The recommended Under 3.5 goals at 1.87 carries a value edge of about 5.14% and 56% implied confidence.
No match-result value picks cleared the threshold, so the totals market offered the better relative price.
Most likely scorelines
Both teams to score: 48%| Score | Model chance | Fair odds |
|---|---|---|
| 2-0 | 12.3% | 8.13 |
| 1-0 | 10.8% | 9.26 |
| 2-1 | 9.5% | 10.55 |
| 3-0 | 9.3% | 10.71 |
| 1-1 | 8.3% | 12.02 |
| 3-1 | 7.2% | 13.89 |
From the same Poisson distribution behind our 1X2 and totals numbers, built on expected goals of 2.28 and 0.77. These six scorelines cover 57% of all outcomes โ the rest is spread thinly across dozens of possibilities, which is why correct-score betting is a longshot even when the model is right about the shape of the game.
Team form
Form builds from completed fixtures in our dataset and fills out as the season progresses.
Best odds across bookmakers
| Bookmaker | 1 ยท CEL | X | 2 ยท ABE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coolbet | 1.25 | 6.50 | 10.00 |
| Betsson | 1.28 | 5.25 | 10.50 |
| Nordic Bet | 1.28 | 5.25 | 10.50 |
| 1xBet | 1.26 | 5.90 | 9.55 |
| Marathon Bet | 1.25 | 5.90 | 9.70 |
| Unibet (SE) | 1.26 | 5.75 | 8.50 |
Prices as of our last refresh, best price per outcome highlighted. Books are ordered by margin โ the sharpest price-setters first โ not alphabetically.
Celtic vs Aberdeen: match preview
This Scottish Premiership meeting between Celtic and Aberdeen arrives with a clear favourite in the eyes of the market. Celtic are priced at 1.28 with Betsson, which translates to an implied probability of roughly 78%, marking them as strong home favourites. Aberdeen sit at the other end of the scale at 10.5, implying only around a 10% chance, while the draw is offered at 6.5, worth about 15% in probability terms. Those numbers point to a contest the market expects Celtic to control. Rather than backing the heavily priced favourite, our model leans toward the total-goals angle: Under 3.5 goals at 1.87 with Unibet (SE). That price carries an estimated 56% market-implied confidence and a modest value edge of about 5.14%, making it the most appealing option identified here for this fixture.
Verdict: The model's pick is Under 3.5 goals at 1.87, supported by a modest 5.14% value edge and 56% implied confidence. It is a moderate-risk selection rather than a strong signal, since goal totals can swing on a single passage of play. Stake responsibly.
Upcoming Scottish Premiership fixtures
All Scottish Premiership tips โ| Kick-off (UTC) | Match | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug 14:00 | Kilmarnock v Dundee United | 2.57 | 3.60 | 2.65 |
| 29 Aug 14:00 | Hearts v St Johnstone | 1.75 | 3.88 | 4.75 |
| 29 Aug 14:00 | Celtic v Falkirk F.C. | 1.24 | 7.00 | 13.00 |
| 30 Aug 11:00 | Aberdeen v Rangers | 5.00 | 4.12 | 1.72 |
| 30 Aug 14:00 | St Mirren v Motherwell | 2.60 | 3.20 | 2.86 |
| 30 Aug 14:00 | Dundee FC v Hibernian | 3.15 | 3.57 | 2.25 |
| 2 Sept 18:45 | Motherwell v Dundee United | 1.90 | 3.75 | 3.95 |
| 2 Sept 18:45 | Dundee FC v St Johnstone | 2.55 | 3.50 | 2.95 |
Best available 1X2 price per outcome across the bookmakers we track. Click a fixture for its full prediction.
Match FAQ
Our tip is Under 3.5 goals at odds of 1.87, with a 56% confidence rating.
Celtic are clear favourites at 1.28 with Betsson, implying about a 78% chance. Aberdeen are the outsiders at 10.5, worth roughly 10%.
The draw is priced at 6.5 with Coolbet, which implies approximately a 15% probability.
No match-result selection cleared our value threshold. The one qualifying pick is Under 3.5 goals at 1.87, with an estimated 5.14% value edge and 56% implied confidence.
Celtic vs Aberdeen takes place Wed ยท 18:45 in the Scottish Premiership.