Aberdeen vs Celtic: Dons Face Uphill Battle Against Title-Chasing Hoops

Aberdeen welcome Celtic to Pittodrie Stadium on Wednesday evening in what promises to be a stern test for the struggling Dons against Scotland’s second-placed side.

The hosts find themselves in seventh position with just 28 points from 24 matches, enduring a miserable run of form that has seen them lose four of their last five league encounters. With a goal difference of -7 and averaging just 1.17 points per game, Aberdeen’s campaign has been characterised by inconsistency and defensive frailties.

Celtic arrive in the Granite City sitting comfortably in second place on 48 points, boasting an impressive +20 goal difference that underscores their attacking prowess. The Hoops have collected two points per game on average and enter this fixture having won three of their last five outings, with only a solitary defeat blotting their recent copybook.

The gulf in class is evident when examining the teams’ respective positions - Celtic sit five places and 20 points ahead of their hosts, highlighting the magnitude of Aberdeen’s task. Derek McInnes’s side will need to produce something special to trouble a Celtic outfit that has consistently demonstrated their quality throughout the campaign.

Aberdeen’s recent form of LWLLL tells a sobering story, with the Dons managing just three points from their last five matches. In stark contrast, Celtic’s WDWWL sequence reflects a side maintaining momentum despite the occasional setback.

The 25th round of fixtures in the Premiership’s first phase provides Celtic with an opportunity to strengthen their grip on second place, whilst Aberdeen desperately need points to climb away from mid-table mediocrity.

With referee D. Robertson officiating at Pittodrie, Aberdeen will hope home advantage can help bridge the gap against opponents who have proven their credentials throughout the season. However, the statistics suggest Celtic’s superior firepower and defensive solidity make them clear favourites for this Wednesday evening encounter.

Kick-off: 20:00 UTC