Hibernian v Celtic betting preview and tips – Celtic 8/15 to win Visit Betfred Save For Later Posted by Bettingpro Staff 25 Oct 2011 Tweet (credit: Ryu Voelkel) Related Articles See all Scottish Premier League news Share it Pin It Hibernian v Celtic takes place on Wednesday night at Easter Road, with Celtic looking to book their place in the next round of the Scottish Communities League CupIt’s been a difficult campaign for Neil Lennon and Celtic (8/15 in the match betting) so far, but things could be looking up and they should see off Hibernian (5/1) on Wednesday to book their place in the last four of the Scottish Communities League Cup.Lennon’s Bhoys sit 10 points behind Old Firm rivals Rangers in the SPL with the 4-2 defeat at Ibrox in September the low point of the season so far. They do have a game in hand and will hope to claw back that deficit as the season goes on but they can forget about their league woes in midweek when they travel to Edinburgh for the Hibs clash.A 2-0 win over Ross County in the last round has set up the Easter Road meeting and, while Lennon is expected to make changes for the game, the Northern Irishman insists he is taking the competition seriously and is focused on securing a semi-final spot.Lennon’s side got a much-needed 2-1 win over Aberdeen on Sunday thanks to Charlie Mulgrew’s winner. He has been a rock at the back and is expected to play in Edinburgh alongside first-team regulars Beram Kayal and Joe Ledley, who all featured against County in September in the last round.Kayal, in particular, was impressive in the win over the Dons after it was announced last week he had agreed a new, long-term contract at Celtic Park. He has yet to score this season but might be worth a a punt at 4/1 to score anytime in this one.Looking at the goalscorer markets more closely, Gary Hooper is the 7/2 favourite to score first – as he looks to repeat the feat he managed against Ross County – but better value can be had elsewhere. Ivan Sproule (Hibs) looks tempting at 10/1 to open the scoring while Ledley at 9/1 is attractive for the visitors.Hibernian will be without on-loan Richie Towell as he can’t face his parent club so that means manager Colin Calderwood must change the side which beat St Mirren 3-2 in the SPL on Saturday.Mark Brown should start in place of Graham Stack, continuing as goalkeeper for the League Cup campaign, while Calum Booth could return.Calderwood’s side will be revved up for the clash and will fancy their chances of at least taking the game to extra time but we expect Celtic to come through without too many problems – with the draw/Celtic – HT/FT at 10/3 well worth a bet. Read our Betfred review Get your £50 free bet at Betfred now Like Like Post to wall 176 Reads All Football News Recent Football Articles Bill Miller named preferred bidder for Rangers FC03 May 2012Rangers’ administrators, Duff & Phelps, have announced American businessman Bill Miller as the Celtic FC v St. Johnstone preview and betting tips02 May 2012Celtic have already won the SPL title but that shouldn't stop them putting on a show for their fans Celtic v Rangers Tips – Expect fireworks at Parkhead29 Apr 2012Celtic and Rangers go head-to-head today in what could be the last Old Firm derby for some time. Celtic v Rangers Tips – Bhoys to add to McCoist’s misery28 Apr 2012Manager Ally McCoist was left fuming by the punishment handed down to Rangers by an SFA panel, and Back Celtic to bounce back31 Mar 2012Last week’s Old Firm defeat to Rangers may have delayed the SPL party for Celtic, but they still go Aberdeen v Inverness CT betting tips23 Mar 2012None of the last 12 SPL meetings between the Dons and Caley Thistle have ended in draws (eight Aber More Stories Recent Articles WTA Strasbourg Final live - Francesca Schiavone and Alize Cornet25 May 2012Francesca Schiavone and Alize Cornet are scheduled to meet on Saturday for an eagerly anticipated Eurovision Song Contest 2012 Guide - Spain25 May 2012Spain have the best draw and a powerful performer but they face an uphill struggle to win Eurovisio Eurovision Song Contest 2012 Guide - Germany25 May 2012Germany's entry is one of the most professional of Eurovision 2012 but it Roman Lob's song Standing Irish 2000 Guineas Betting Tips - Who'll Win the Irish 2000 Guineas?25 May 2012Trainer Aidan O'Brien is responsible for four of the 11 colts that will go to post for Saturday's I Norway v England First Goalscorer Cashback at Boylesports25 May 2012Boylesports are continuing their popular First Goalscorer cashback promotion on Saturday's internat League One Play-off Final First Goalscorer Cashback at Boylesports25 May 2012Boylesports are continuing their popular First Goalscorer cashback promotion on Saturday's League O More Stories Tags Hibernian V Celtic, Hibernian V Celtic Betting, Hibernian V Celtic Odds, Hibernian V Celtic Preview, Hibernian V Celtic Tips
