Celtic vs Hearts Prediction and Betting Tips | October 18th 2026

Celtic host Hearts at Celtic Park on Sunday in round nine of the Scottish Premiership campaign. Martin O'Neill's league leaders sit two points clear at the top of the table with 21 points, despite suffering a 4-1 midweek defeat against Benfica in the Europa League. Sportskeeda predicts Celtic will secure a comfortable home victory to maintain their position atop the standings.

Wouter Vrancken's Hearts enter the match in third place with 16 points following a recent 5-0 league win over St. Mirren and a 1-1 midweek draw against Nordsjaelland in the Europa Conference League. Although Celtic have lost their last two home matches across all competitions, their historical dominance in this fixture is expected to give them the advantage.