Celtic XI vs Dundee FC– Predicted lineup and team news

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·5 April 2026

Celtic XI vs Dundee FC– Predicted lineup and team news

Celtic head to Dens Park for matchday 32 of the Scottish Premiership as they continue their push for a fifth straight title.

Their title defence has lost momentum after a mixed run of results, leaving them five points behind the league leaders. They go into this one in third place with 61 points from 31 games, after a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Dundee United in their last outing.

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That loss was a setback for interim manager Martin O’Neill, especially as it came after a 3-1 win over Motherwell. Celtic have also gone seven league matches without keeping a clean sheet, which is another concern as they prepare for a tricky away game.

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O’Neill has several selection headaches, with important players still unavailable. The good news is that Arne Engels has returned to training after a thigh injury and could be included in the squad.

Auston Trusty and Colby Donovan are also expected to be available after recovering from minor knocks.

Celtic’s injury list remains long, though, with Kasper Schmeichel, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Jota, Adam Montgomery and Callum Osmand all ruled out.

Alistair Johnston and Julian Araujo are also not ready to return yet after recent setbacks in their rehabilitation.

Because of those absences, Viljami Sinisalo should keep his place in goal, with Liam Scales and Arthur likely to start in central defence.