Hearts vs Celtic Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Hearts vs Celtic Prediction: 2-1

Hearts vs Celtic in the Scotland Premiership is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday January 25, 2026. A 2-1 win for the home side is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks promising given both teams’ recent scoring records.

This Hearts vs Celtic prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Hearts's Last Match – Hearts vs Falkirk

Hearts must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 1-1 Scotland FA Cup draw against Falkirk on January 17. In that match, Hearts controlled 50% of possession and managed 8 shots on goal, with 4 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Hearts	50%	8 (4)	-	97
Falkirk	50%	5 (5)	-	95

Celtic's Last Match – Bologna vs Celtic

Determined to get back to winning ways, Celtic must win after their 2-2 UEFA Europa League draw against Bologna on January 22. In that match, Celtic saw 29% of the ball and created 7 goal attempts, with 4 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Bologna	71%	21 (11)	2.45	150
Celtic	29%	7 (4)	1.99	22

Hearts vs Celtic Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Hearts are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 0.7 conceded per match, while Celtic average 1.9 scored and 1.5 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Hearts to win: @2.7

Draw: @3.5

Celtic to win: @2.3

Hearts Fixtures

Celtic Fixtures