Nothing from Wilfried Nancy by way of a pre-match media conference for what is a massive game at Fir Park this evening. The Motherwell manager and club captain both found time to speak to the media ahead of the game, showing more respect for their own supporters.

Benjamin Nygren of Celtic cutting inside during the Scottish Premiership match between Livingston and Celtic at Set Fare Arena on December 27, 2025. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)

As far as team news is concerned we know the injuries we have and none of those players – Alistair Johnston, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Marcello Saracchi, Jota, Kelechi Iheanacho and Callum Osmand – will play no part this evening.

Michel-Ange Balikwisha and Sebastian Tounekti are both absent due to their African Cup of Nations commitments.

Celtic Goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel arriving at the ground ahead of kick off in the Scottish Premiership match between Livingston and Celtic at Set Fare Arena on December 27, 2025. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)

Kasper Schmeichel meanwhile is likely to return this evening replacing Viljami Sinisalo in goals after the Great Dane had to sit out the 4-2 win at Livingston at the weekend due to having a reaction to an injection taken at the start of last week.

Tonight’s Celtic Team

Kasper Schmeichel in goals with a back three of Anthony Ralston, Auston Trusty and Liam Scales. Wingbacks will be Yang on the right and Kieran Tierney on the left with the Celtic captain Callum McGregor and Paulo Bernardo in the middle of the park. Benjamin Nygren and Reo Hatate will be playing those number 8 role with Daizen Maeda through the middle.

Reo Hatate of Celtic having a shot at goal during the Scottish Premiership match between Livingston and Celtic at Set Fare Arena on December 27, 2025. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)

On the bench for Celtic this evening will Sinisalo, Simpson-Pusey, McCowan, Shin, Kenny, Engels, Murray, Donovan and Forrest.

Match Officials

Kevin Clancy has the whistle — 11th March 2023 Tynecastle, Scottish Cup Football, Hearts versus Celtic Referee Kevin Clancy Photo ActionPlus Vagelis Georgariou

Kevin Clancy takes charge of the Motherwell v Celtic match in the Scottish Premiership this evening and the referee will be assisted by Calum Spence and Douglas Ross (yes him!). Meanwhile Andrew Dallas is on VAR duties and Hugh’s boy will be assisted by Gary Hilland.

Kick-off Time

Tonight’s match kicks off at 8pm.

Where to Watch

The match is live on Premier Sports while subscribers to Celtic TV based outside of Britain and Ireland can watch the game through the club’s own output.

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John Hartson, at the Celtic Star Books launch at the Kerrydale Suite at Celtic Park for Matt Corr’s Majic, Stan and the King of Japan. Photo AJ (The Celtic Star)

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