Aberdeen vs Celtic Prediction, H2H, and Probable Lineups – Scottish Premiership 2025
Date: August 10, 2025
Venue: Pittodrie Stadium
Aberdeen take on Celtic in the second round of the Scottish Premiership this Sunday. It’s always a fiery battle when these two meet, even though Celtic have dominated recent encounters.
Head-to-Head and Key Stats
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Aberdeen haven’t beaten Celtic in the league since February 2019.
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Celtic have won 9 of the last 10 meetings between the sides.
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Aberdeen have never scored first in their last five clashes with Celtic.
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Celtic have averaged over 2 goals per game against Aberdeen in the past three seasons.
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Aberdeen’s last home league win over Celtic was in 2016.
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Aberdeen did beat Celtic on penalties in the Super Cup in May this year.
Match Preview
Aberdeen started the new season well and are aiming for a strong league campaign, with European qualification as their main goal. Getting a result here would send a big message to the rest of the league.
Celtic, the defending champions, look strong again this season. Most of their squad from last year remains, with a few positions even improved. Adam Idah will be the main danger man up front and could be key to breaking down Aberdeen’s defense.
While Celtic have the better record—four wins and one draw in the last five regular-time meetings—Aberdeen know how to make life tough for the Bhoys, especially at home. Expect a fast-paced game where one big moment might swing it.
Probable Lineups
Aberdeen: Mitov; Jensen, Milne, Knuster; Shinnie, Clarkson, Palaversa; Milanovic, Aouchiche, Keskinen; Engi.
Celtic: Schmeichel; Johnston, Carter-Vickers, Scales, Inamura; Nygren, McGregor, Hatate; Yang, Idah, Maeda.
Prediction
Celtic have the quality and momentum to take all three points, but Aberdeen will fight hard in front of their home crowd. Still, the champions are unlikely to slip up here.
Prediction: Celtic win
Odds: 1.45