Saturday's Scottish Premiership predictions including Celtic vs. Rangers

Celtic vs. Rangers (Saturday, 12.30pm)

The latest instalment of the Old Firm derby takes centre stage at Parkhead on Saturday lunchtime as Scottish Premiership champions Celtic play host to bitter Glaswegian rivals Rangers.

Five points currently separate these two teams at the top of the table, but the Gers have two games in hand on the Hoops following their midweek postponement.

We say: Celtic 2-1 Rangers

Celtic edged past Rangers in a closely-fought contest earlier this season, and another tight affair could be in store this weekend, with the two title-chasing teams aware of the importance of avoiding defeat.

Although Rangers boast a strong run of form under Clement, Celtic have fared better in recent Old Firm derbies and may do just enough to claim maximum points once again in front of a fired-up Parkhead crowd.

Aberdeen vs. St Mirren (Saturday, 3.00pm)

Aberdeen welcome St Mirren to Pittodrie for their final Scottish Premiership fixture of 2023 on Saturday afternoon.

While the Dons are looking to win a third successive league match, the Buddies are hoping to avoid losing a third top-flight game in a row.

We say: Aberdeen 2-0 St Mirren

Both Aberdeen and St Mirren could not be separated in the 2-2 draw played out in Paisely earlier this season, and another tight affair could be in store on Saturday.

However, considering the Dons' form and strong record on home soil, we believe that Robson's men will get the job done against an out-of-sorts Buddies outfit to end 2023 on a high.

Hearts vs. Ross County (Saturday, 3.00pm)

After multiple postponements, Ross County return to action against an in-form Hearts side at Tynecastle in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday.

Adverse weather conditions in Scotland have seen Ross County's last two games called off, but Hearts have been in action and impressed greatly, including in a dramatic Edinburgh derby in midweek.

We say: Hearts 2-0 Ross County

The Hearts faithful will feel comfortable of keeping their fine recent form going against a side who they are unbeaten against in 13 games.

Ross County may be a little behind on match sharpness after a disruptive period, and considering they lost 6-1 on their last visit here suggests they could struggle.

Kilmarnock vs. Dundee (Saturday, 3.00pm)

Two sides who were in action across the Boxing Day schedule reconvene for a clash in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday, when Kilmarnock host Dundee.

With some games falling victim to the weather, both Killie and Dundee were able to play, but there were differing outcomes for the two.

We say: Kilmarnock 2-0 Dundee

Kilmarnock will feel confident of extending their excellent record in the league to five wins from six here against a Dundee side faltering slightly.

Despite a strong recent record against Killie, the visitors were completely dominated by Celtic earlier this week and could find it tough again.

Motherwell vs. Livingston (Saturday, 3.00pm)

It is a battle at the bottom of the Scottish Premiership to wrap up 2023 on Saturday as Motherwell will host Livingston.

The two teams are currently propping up the table, and while the Lions cannot overtake their opponents, they can close the gap between them.

We say: Motherwell 1-0 Livingston

This is a true six-pointer for both teams at this stage in the season, and because of how much it means to each club it will likely be a closely contested fixture.

Motherwell will be the favourites considering the lack of goals that Livingston have they should be able to take all three points.