Celtic Vs Hearts Betting & Odds

A potential title-race blockbuster takes centre stage in the Scottish Premiership on Sunday 18th October, as Celtic host Hearts at Celtic Park, with kick-off set for 3 pm BST. It's gameweek 9 of the season, and with first place facing third, there's a genuine battle at the top of the table on the line, made all the more intriguing by what happened when these two sides last met. As is the case with all SPFL fixtures, there's a wide range of online betting markets available for Celtic vs Hearts, covering almost every aspect of this highly anticipated match.

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Celtic arrive as the team to beat, having won seven of their opening eight league fixtures while conceding just four goals along the way, form that has seen them take over at the top of the table. Hearts, meanwhile, sit third and are well aware of what this fixture means, with the memory of last season's dramatic climax still fresh. They led the title race for much of the campaign before being pipped at the post, and a result at Celtic Park would be a statement of intent that the near miss has only sharpened their appetite.

Celtic go into the match as favourites, backed by home advantage at Celtic Park and a superb start to the season while keeping a tight defensive record. These sides have met on countless occasions down the years, with Celtic historically holding the upper hand. Their last meeting, however, was one of the most memorable in recent Scottish football history. 

On the final day of last season, Celtic beat Hearts 3-1 at home to be crowned champions for a fifth straight year, with Daizen Maeda scoring a late winner in the 87th minute after a VAR check, and substitute Callum Osmand sealing the title with a goal deep into stoppage time. It meant heartbreak for Hearts, who had led the table for most of the season only to miss out on the final day, and they'll be desperate for a response this time around.

Celtic Vs Hearts Betting Markets

A full range of SPFL betting markets are available for Celtic vs Hearts at BOYLE Sports, covering everything from the overall result to finer details such as the goals scored within the game. These include:

1. Match Result: Back Celtic to win, Hearts to win, or the match to end level
2. Over/Under Goals: Predict whether the total goals scored will finish over or under a set number
3. Both Teams To Score: Try to guess whether both Celtic and Hearts will find the net or not in the match
4. Half Betting: Bet on the result of either the first or second half individually, rather than Celtic vs Hearts as a whole
5. Correct Score: Predict the exact final scoreline at the end of the 90 minutes
6. Handicaps: A virtual goal head-start or deficit applied to either side that either Celtic or Hearts must overcome or withstand

The odds for Celtic vs Hearts will be updated regularly in the build-up to kick-off, reflecting team news, injuries, and shifts in the market. What’s more, there are also a variety of in-play options that can be found for this match, with these football betting markets giving bettors the chance to react to moments on the field as the game develops.

Celtic Vs Hearts FAQs

What was the last result for Celtic Vs Hearts?

The two sides last met on the final day of last season, when Celtic won 3-1 at Celtic Park to clinch the Scottish Premiership title. Daizen Maeda struck in the 87th minute before Celtic bagged another deep into stoppage time, denying Hearts a first league title in decades.

What is the most likely scoreline in Celtic vs Hearts?

The most likely scoreline reflected by the current Celtic vs Hearts betting markets is a 2-1 victory for the home side, with the match itself expected to be a closely fought contest.

Is in-play betting available for Celtic Vs Hearts?

Yes, in-play betting is available for Celtic vs Hearts, letting bettors react to the game as it unfolds. Odds will update continuously throughout the match based on the score and momentum, with cash out also available on eligible markets, such as the next goalscorer, final result, and correct scoreline.