Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Motherwell vs Celtic in the Premiership. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Motherwell vs Celtic |
|---|---|
| Competition | Premiership |
| Date | Wednesday, 13 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 20:00 BST |
| Venue | Fir Park |
Match Prediction: Motherwell 1-2 Celtic
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 14 Mar 2026 |  Celtic vs  Motherwell |
3 – 1 | Celtic Park |
| Premiership | 30 Dec 2025 | Motherwell vs Celtic |
2 – 0 | Fir Park |
| Premiership | 05 Oct 2025 | Celtic vs Motherwell |
3 – 2 | Celtic Park |
| Premiership | 02 Feb 2025 | Motherwell vs Celtic |
1 – 3 | Fir Park |
| Premiership | 26 Dec 2024 | Celtic vs Motherwell |
4 – 0 | Celtic Park |
Motherwell come into this with mixed recent league form, but they have shown they can compete at home and also pick up an away win against Rangers. Celtic’s results are stronger overall, with four wins from their last five in all competitions, and they have been more consistent in tight games. With no xG data available, the clearest edge is recent results and head-to-head, where Celtic have won three of the last five meetings. That points towards a competitive match, but one where Celtic look the more reliable side over 90 minutes.
Motherwell’s best route is likely to be staying compact and trying to make the most of transitions, especially with Elijah Just offering a direct threat. Celtic have been scoring regularly and have enough control in midfield to keep pressure on, even away from home. Match Prediction: Motherwell 1-2 Celtic
Form Guide & Team Overview
Motherwell
Motherwell’s recent league form has been inconsistent, with one win, one draw and three defeats in their last five. The standout result in that run was the 3-2 away win over Rangers, but they have also lost 1-3 at Hearts and 2-3 at home to Falkirk, which shows they have been vulnerable at both ends.
Their most recent result was a 0-1 away loss to Falkirk, which followed a goalless home draw with Hibernian. That suggests they have struggled to turn performances into points, and the recent sequence points to a side that can be competitive but has not been able to string results together.
Motherwell Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 2 May 2026 |  Falkirk vs Motherwell |
1 – 0 | L | Falkirk Community Stadium |
| Premiership | 26 Apr 2026 |  Rangers vs Motherwell |
2 – 3 | W | Ibrox Stadium |
| Premiership | 11 Apr 2026 |  Hearts vs Motherwell |
3 – 1 | L | Tynecastle Park |
| Premiership | 4 Apr 2026 | Motherwell vs Falkirk |
2 – 3 | L | Fir Park |
| Premiership | 21 Mar 2026 | Motherwell vs  Hibernian |
0 – 0 | D | Fir Park |
Celtic
Celtic’s recent league form has been strong, with four wins from their last five. They have beaten Hibernian, Falkirk, St. Mirren and Dundee in that run, and the only defeat came away to Dundee United.
The results also show they have been effective in tighter matches, winning 1-0 against St. Mirren and 2-1 away at Dundee and Hibernian. That consistency gives them a clear form advantage heading into this trip to Fir Park.
Celtic Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiership | 3 May 2026 | Hibernian vs Celtic |
1 – 2 | W | Easter Road Stadium |
| Premiership | 25 Apr 2026 | Celtic vs Falkirk |
3 – 1 | W | Celtic Park |
| Premiership | 11 Apr 2026 | Celtic vs  St. Mirren |
1 – 0 | W | Celtic Park |
| Premiership | 5 Apr 2026 |  Dundee vs Celtic |
1 – 2 | W | Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park |
| Premiership | 22 Mar 2026 |  Dundee United vs Celtic |
2 – 0 | L | Tannadice Park |
Team News & Injury Report
Motherwell
- Aston Oxborough (Hand Injury)
Celtic
- Tomas Cvancara (Groin Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Motherwell (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Calum Ward (Goalkeeper), Paul McGinn (Defender), Stephen O'Donnell (Defender), Stephen Welsh (Defender), Tom Sparrow (Defender), Callum Slattery (Midfielder), Elliot Watt (Midfielder), Emmanuel Longelo (Midfielder), Lukas Fadinger (Midfielder), Tawanda Maswanhise (Midfielder), Elijah Just (Attacker)
Motherwell’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a solid base, with the two deeper midfielders helping protect the back four and keep Celtic’s central runners in check. The shape also leaves room for Elijah Just and the wider attackers to break quickly if Motherwell can win the ball and move forward early.
Celtic (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Viljami Sinisalo (Goalkeeper), Alistair Johnston (Defender), Auston Trusty (Defender), Kieran Tierney (Defender), Liam Scales (Defender), Arne Engels (Midfielder), Benjamin Nygren (Midfielder), Callum McGregor (Midfielder), Hyun-jun Yang (Midfielder), Sebastian Tounekti (Midfielder), Daizen Maeda (Attacker)
Celtic’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should allow them to control possession through the midfield pair and keep pressure on Motherwell’s defensive line. With Daizen Maeda leading the attack, the shape gives Celtic a direct outlet as well as enough support from the wide and central midfield areas.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Motherwell | Celtic | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Motherwell | Celtic | Elijah Just will need to use his movement and direct running to test Alistair Johnston, especially if Motherwell look to counter into the space behind Celtic’s right side. |
| Motherwell | Celtic | Callum Slattery against Arne Engels could shape the midfield battle, with both players likely important in linking play and helping their side control territory. |
| Motherwell | Celtic | Elijah Just is key for Motherwell because he is the main attacking reference in the predicted shape and the player most likely to turn transitions into chances. |
| Motherwell | Celtic | Daizen Maeda is key for Celtic because he has been named in the attack in both recent lineups and gives them a consistent threat at the top end of the pitch. |
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