The match of 9th round between Celtic и Hibernian took place at Celtic Park on 20 October 2018, Saturday. Referee - Don Robertson.
The last meeting of these teams took place more than a month ago (21 April 2018) and ended with the victory of Hibernian with a score 2-1.
The most common result of matches between these teams is 2-2. 2 matches have ended with this result.
League table
The teams are close in the league table, the difference between their points is only 1 point. In addition, the both teams are in the TOP position in the standings.
Celtic is in the TOP-4 with 16 points. This is the 8th of 22 team game in the tournament.
The difference with the nearest team on top is 1 point (Celtic can score 42 points). In addition, the distance from the first place is 3 points (42 points are possible). The nearest pursuer has the same number of points with Celtic and can score 42 points. The goal difference is 13:4. Celtic has the best defensive record in the league.
Hibernian is in the TOP-4 with 17 points. This is the 8th of 22 team game in the tournament.
The difference with the nearest team on top is 2 points (Hibernian can score 42 points). In addition, the distance from the first place is 2 points (42 points are possible). The nearest pursuer is 1 point lower and has the opportunity to score 42 points additionally. The goal difference is 19:6. In additional, Hibernian has the best offensive record in the league. The Hibernian defensive line is one of the TOP-4 in the tournament.
Celtic Stats
The team scored 28 points оn its own field in 10 last matches, with the following results 9 wins, 1 draw and zero losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 21-5. The average number of goals is 2.1. The average number of cards in 10 last matches is 1.2.
Hibernian Stats
The team scored 12 points when playing away in 10 last matches, with the following results 3 wins, 3 draws и 4 losses. The difference between scored and conceded goals is 16-17. The average number of goals is 1.6. The average number of cards in 10 last matches is 1.1.