Prediction: Celtic vs Dundee FC

Officially getting the defence of their Premiership crown underway on Monday night, Celtic will welcome Dundee FC to Glasgow.

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Verdict: Kasper Hogh to score anytime

Starting with the hosts, eventually retaining their Premiership crown in the most dramatic of circumstances back in May, Celtic are desperate for smoother sailing this time around. Dragging themselves to another domestic title sweep last season, Martin O’Neil’s men will be looking to open up the 2026/27 campaign with an early flurry in Glasgow. Signing off last season with a history-making 43rd Scottish Cup title on May 23rd as they secured a 3-1 victory against Dunfermline, Celtic signed off last year in the midst of a dominant run. Simply looking to carry on from where they left off prior to the summer interval, Monday’s hosts won each of their final nine consecutive domestic appearances across all competitions. Really impressing in the final third, it is no surprise why the reigning Scottish champions are installed as such a landslide contender here.

Completing a record-breaking £11million move from Norwegian outfit Bodo/Glimt this summer, Kasper Hogh will make his competitive Celtic debut on Monday night and spearhead O’Neil’s attack in Glasgow.

While Belgium youngster Arne Engels might be linked with a move to West Ham this month, the 22-year-old is expected to start in the middle of the park. Returning from a long-term Achilles tendon injury over the summer, Cameron Carter-Vickers should start at the heart of Celtic’s defence.

Dundee FC

As for the visitors, eventually cruising their way to Premiership safety last season, Dundee FC certainly signed off the 2025/26 campaign in the midst of a real flurry. Drawing a line under proceedings on May 17th as they clinched a thrilling 3-2 victory against Aberdeen at Dens Park, the Dark Blues won three of their final four Premiership appearances. Much like the reigning Scottish champions, Steven Pressley’s men will be hoping to carry on from where they left off prior to the summer break. Picking up some dream momentum over the past few weeks after winning three of their first four League Cup showdowns, Dundee FC will be looking to cause some potential headaches when they travel to Glasgow for their season-opener on Monday night.

Completing a free transfer from Hearts this summer, Alan Forrest should make his competitive Dundee FC debut on Monday night. Appearing to have cemented his spot as Pressley’s number one choice at the back end of last season, Kieran O’Hara should start between the sticks.

Notching 16 Premiership strikes during the 2025/26 campaign and claiming the Dark Blues’ Golden Boot, veteran striker Simon Murray will lead the line in Glasgow.

Celtic vs Dundee FC Key Factors to Consider

• When Celtic and Dundee FC last met for a Premiership showdown on April 5th, the reigning Scottish champions claimed a 2-1 victory at Dens Park.
• Celtic won all of their final nine straight domestic appearances across all competitions last season.
• Dundee FC won three of their final four Premiership appearances last season.
• Monday’s guests have failed to muster a single competitive victory in Glasgow since way back in May 2001.
• Celtic registered 43 goals in their 19 Premiership appearances in Glasgow last season.

Officially getting the defence of their Premiership crown underway on Monday night, Celtic will certainly be looking to make an opening statement in Glasgow. Signing off the 2025/26 campaign in the midst of a dominant run and winning all of their final nine consecutive domestic appearances, O’Neil’s men are rightfully installed as a landslide contender here. With Dundee FC failing to register a single competitive victory at Celtic Park since way back in May 2001, the Scottish heavyweights will also be backed by a vocal home support in Glasgow.

Verdict: Kasper Hogh to score anytime

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