Celtic are set to take on St Mirren once again this month, this time in the Scottish Cup semi-final.
The Hoops have been in solid domestic form, winning four of their last five matches. They edged past St Mirren 1–0 just last week, while also picking up a 2–1 win over Dundee and a convincing 3–1 victory against Motherwell. Their only setback in that run was a 2–0 defeat to Dundee United. In the Scottish Cup, Celtic progressed to the semi-finals after a disciplined goalless draw against Rangers, eventually winning on penalties.
Celtic Team News
Preparations for this clash have been disrupted by a growing injury list, leaving interim boss Martin O’Neill short of defensive options. The upcoming match represents not just another opportunity to layer on the intensity, but also a challenge to find creative solutions amidst adversity.
Celtic will be without Kasper Schmeichel and Cameron Carter-Vickers due to long-term shoulder and Achilles injuries. Additionally, Liam Scales is suspended, while Jota and Julian Araujo are ruled out for the remainder of the season. This growing list of absentees clearly poses challenges ahead.
However, there is a glimmer of hope as Alistair Johnston and Callum Osmand could return from hamstring injuries, albeit it might be too soon for either to feature from the start. On the positive side, Arne Engels and Reo Hatate both have regained full fitness, offering a crucial boost in the midfield department.
Celtic Predicted Lineup
Possible Celtic starting XI: Sinisalo; Ralston, Trusty, Arthur, Saracchi; McGregor, Nygren, Hatate; Maeda, Iheanacho, Tounekti.
When Will the Match Kick Off?
The match is scheduled to kick off at 2 p.m. BST on Sunday, 19th April. Fans are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for what promises to be an intense clash.
How to Watch Celtic vs St. Mirren
The Scottish Cup semi-final between Celtic and St Mirren will be broadcast live exclusively on Premier Sports 1 in the United Kingdom. This should be a great opportunity for fans to witness the action unfold as both teams battle for a place in the final.
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