Celtic XI vs St. Mirren – Predicted lineup and team news

Saturday's Scottish Premiership clash between Celtic and St. Mirren will see the league's top two teams go head-to-head. Celtic, currently sitting at the top of the table, will host their opponents in Paisley. The Scottish champions have enjoyed a flawless domestic record this season, winning all four of their league matches so far.

Their recent victories include a comfortable 3-0 win over Aberdeen and a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Falkirk. During these games, Celtic has scored 11 goals while conceding only two, showcasing their dominance at the start of the campaign.

However, Martin O'Neill's side faces a significant injury challenge. Kieran Tierney and Kasper Høgh are out with thigh strains, while Callum Osman is sidelined due to an ankle issue. Alistair Johnston is also ruled out and is expected to return in October, and Jota remains absent as he recovers from a serious knee injury. The absence of these players has further complicated Celtic's lineup, as new Chelsea loanee Landon Emenalo has also picked up a training injury and is not yet match-fit for a debut.

Liam Scales is likely to be used again at left-back, his position in recent games. On the attacking front, Camilo Duran is set to lead the line, having scored six goals in seven league appearances, including three in his last two matches.

Fortunately, late-summer signings Joël van den Berg and Jordan Lotomba have both been cleared to play, providing some fresh defensive options to O'Neill. The match between Celtic and St. Mirren is scheduled to kick off at 8pm BST on Saturday, 5th September. The fixture will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football, exclusively in the UK.