Celtic - Aberdeen

Camilo Duran remains a vital focal point for Celtic as they prepare to host Aberdeen on 2 September 2026 for matchday 5 of the Premiership. The forward is expected to lead the line at Celtic Park, supported by a midfield anchored by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Despite the notable injury absences of Callum McGregor and Kasper Waarts Hoegh, the hosts enter this contest following a narrow 2-1 victory over Falkirk. Their domestic form has been largely clinical, evidenced by a commanding 5-1 win against Kilmarnock earlier in August, though they will be eager to move past the disappointment of their recent European exit.

Aberdeen arrive looking to recover from a narrow 0-1 defeat to Rangers. While they have shown attacking intent in the League Cup, their consistency in the Premiership has fluctuated, including a 0-2 loss to Dundee FC. With Kevin Nisbet expected to spearhead the attack, the visitors will need to tighten their defensive structure to contain a potent Celtic side that has historically dominated this fixture, including a 2-1 win on 4 March 2026.