In the Scottish Premiership, St. Mirren and Celtic have a long-standing rivalry. Historical data shows that St. Mirren have struggled against Celtic in recent years. They have lost 12 of their last 14 encounters with the Hoops, securing only two draws since a 2-0 victory in September 2022.
Recent Performance
Celtic has been dominant in their away games at St. Mirren, winning their last five visits by at least two goals each time. The last time they achieved six consecutive away victories against St. Mirren was in September 1987.
- St. Mirren’s current five-match winless streak includes one draw and four losses.
- If they fail to win again, it will mark their second six-match winless spell this year.
Celtic’s Strong Start
Since the return of manager Martin O’Neill, Celtic has won both Scottish Premiership matches by a scoreline of 4-0. Notably, they have not managed to win three consecutive league matches while scoring four or more goals since 2003, when O’Neill last led the team.
Defensive Dominance
Celtic’s defense has been impressive this season. They have faced the fewest shots (74) and the least number of shots on target (26) in the league. Moreover, they have conceded only eight goals to date.
Managerial Stats
- St. Mirren’s manager, Stephen Robinson, has faced Celtic 30 times, winning just once.
- Celtic’s Martin O’Neill has a perfect record against St. Mirren during his initial tenure, winning all four matches without conceding.
Star Players
Celtic’s Daizen Maeda has made a significant impact, contributing to 24 goals in 26 matches this season. His tally includes 15 goals and 9 assists, far exceeding his combined total from the previous two years.
In conclusion, the upcoming match between St. Mirren and Celtic promises to showcase the contrasting fortunes of both teams in the Scottish Premiership. With Celtic continuing their strong performances, St. Mirren will need to find a way to reverse their fortunes against the reigning champions.
