The upcoming fixture at Easter Road pits Hibernian against Celtic in what promises to be an intriguing Scottish Premiership clash. Celtic, with recent victories and a commanding head-to-head record, enters as the favorite. Hibernian, resilient at home, will look to disrupt Celtic's rhythm. Tactical differences — Celtic's high pressing and possession-based style versus Hibernian's counter-attacks — could significantly influence the result. Expect Celtic to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, while Hibernian aims to capitalize on quick counters. Both teams' recent performances highlight their attacking capabilities, making over 2.5 goals a plausible prediction for this fixture.
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Expect Celtic to be slightly favored in the Asian Handicap, likely at around -0.25, favoring their ability to secure a win but with some risk. Hibernian, playing at home, has potential for a draw or even an upset.
Both teams have demonstrated goal-scoring ability; therefore, Both Teams To Score is a viable market, especially considering Hibernian's offensive threats and Celtic's prolific attack.
The game is expected to be open, with over 2.5 goals being a strong consideration due to Celtic's attacking prowess and Hibernian's offensive potential.
A cautious approach suggests Celtic might take the lead early, with the first half ending 1-0 or 1-1, and they could maintain their advantage to secure full-time results.
The match on November 30, 2025, promises to be competitive but leans toward a Celtic victory or a draw, as their recent form and head-to-head record suggest. Hibernian's home ground might allow them an early resistance, but Celtic's attack should eventually prevail.
In recent head-to-head encounters, Celtic has dominated, with an 71% victory rate over Hibernian, including notable wins at Celtic Park. Hibernian's last home victory over Celtic was in 2022, but overall, Celtic maintains a significant edge.
Both teams are relatively healthy for this fixture. Hibernian may miss a few squad members due to minor injuries, but Celtic's squad is mostly fit with no notable absences.
Expected formations involve Celtic adopting a 4-2-3-1, emphasizing possession and quick counter-attacks, whereas Hibernian might employ a 3-4-1-2, focusing on defensive compactness and fast counters. Celtic typically presses high, while Hibernian prefers a more reserved approach, aiming to hit on the counter.
Celtic's recent form is impressive, with wins in their last 5 matches, and they have a solid away record against Hibernian. Hibernian has shown some inconsistency but remains formidable at home, especially when countering Celtic’s pressing.
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The match between Hibernian and Celtic on November 30, 2025, is expected to favor Celtic, who are likely to secure at least a draw. Celtic's recent form and head-to-head dominance support this, with a high probability of winning or drawing the fixture.
Celtic has a strong recent head-to-head record against Hibernian, including a few decisive wins. Their current form and history suggest Celtic is the favorite, but Hibernian's resilience could see them secure a point, especially at home.
Oddly enough, Hibernian's recent performances have been mixed, but their victories over Celtic have kept fans hopeful. Conversely, Celtic's consistent success suggests they hold a psychological edge in upcoming meetings.
Celtic's favored lineup typically employs a 4-2-3-1 formation, emphasizing possession and quick counter-attacks, whereas Hibernian often opts for a 3-4-1-2, focusing on a compact defensive setup and swift counters. These tactical differences could influence how the game unfolds.
