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Live Updates: St Mirren vs Celtic in Scottish Premiership Showdown

The upcoming match between St Mirren and Celtic in the Scottish Premiership has generated significant interest. Both teams have rich histories, but recent encounters heavily favor the visitors, Celtic.

Stats and History of St Mirren vs Celtic

St Mirren has faced Celtic 14 times recently, claiming only 2 draws and suffering 12 defeats since a league win in September 2022. The last five encounters have seen Celtic win by at least two goals, emphasizing their dominance.

  • Last St Mirren league win against Celtic: September 2022 (2-0).
  • Celtic’s away victories over St Mirren: Last 5 matches by a margin of 2+ goals.
  • Most recent streak of 6+ away wins against St Mirren: September 1987 (8 matches).

Current Form and Stats

St Mirren is struggling with form, currently on a five-match winless run, including four losses and one draw. They risk extending this streak to six games, a repetition of an earlier drought earlier this year.

Celtic, on the other hand, has made a strong start to the season under Martin O’Neill, achieving two convincing 4-0 victories in their league matches. They have not managed to score more than four goals in consecutive league matches since late 2003.

  • Celtic’s defensive stats:
    • Fewest shots conceded: 74
    • Fewest shots on target: 26
    • Goals conceded: 8

Managerial Insights

St Mirren’s manager, Stephen Robinson, is set to manage his 30th game against Celtic, having won just once in 29 encounters. His only victory came against Celtic in September 2022.

Martin O’Neill’s tenure has also been noteworthy, with a spotless record against St Mirren during his first term, managing four victories without conceding.

Key Players to Watch

One standout player for Celtic is Daizen Maeda, who has shown exceptional form in the 2025 season. He has contributed to 24 goals in just 26 appearances, significantly surpassing his previous performances in 2023 and 2024.

This match promises to be an exciting encounter in the Scottish Premiership, particularly with Celtic’s dominant record against St Mirren. Each team will be eager to prove their capabilities on the pitch.

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