After postponing matches over coronavirus fears in the camp, Celtic is back in action this weekend, taking on side Dundee United. The second away trip schedules on Saturday with kickoff at 7:30 pm.
Celtic saw their matches last weekend postponed over the unsanctioned trip by Boli Bolingoli to Spain. The trip raised a misdemeanor charge against the skipper. However, Neil Lennon sets to make a comeback after a troubled start to the title defense league.
Their last outing ended in a disappointing 1-1 draw to side Kilmarnock. The side might build upon their rivals 1-1 draw to side Livingston last weekend. The side breezed through the Champions League in midweek and will be looking to close the gap against their rivals at Hibernian.
Despite many European teams keeping their tabs on Odsonne Edouard, the talisman has netted four goals in his opening appearances this season. After making a big move from Albian Ajeti from West Ham, Lennon might hit the ground running.
With Celtic clinging on Edouard, Dundee United is also unsure about the future of Lawrence Shankland. French side Guingamp is garnering high interest in the talisman. The shock move might leave Micky Mellon without attacking options. Shankland has had a wonderful season since he arrived at the side.
Dundee United vs. Celtic Head to Head
Both sides have 45 games against each other, with Celtic taking home 30 wins against three wins for Dundee United. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
Ross County 1-2 Dundee United
Dundee United 0-1 Hibernian
Motherwell 0-1 Dundee United
Dundee United 1-1 St. Johnstone
Motherwell 1-0 Dundee United
Away
Celtic 6-0 KR Reykjavik
Kilmarnock 1-1 Celtic
Celtic 5-1 Hamilton Academical
Champs 3-1 Hibernian
Celtic 2-0 Ross County
Dundee United Team News
Nicky Clark came off the bench to net a goal last weekend. It looks likely that Mellon will integrate the skipper into the starting XI this weekend. A figure that sets to continue on the sidelines includes the likes of Paul McMullan. After suffering a concussion during their clash against Hibernian, it remains a doubt whether Jamie Robson will feature.
Celtic Team News
Despite an early sub in their last outing, Kristoffer Ajer sets to make his comeback to the defense. Right-back Jeremie Frimpong and Oliver Mtchman set to make their comeback to the starting XI.
Prediction and Odds
Celtic will be looking to make a comeback on their title defense, especially after their disappointing last outing.
Celtic Win
Goals Over 2.5
Edouard to Score
