Celtic vs Young Boy prediction and betting tips on January 22, 2025
Game Prediction
In the 7th round of the main stage of the UEFA Champions League, on January 22, 2025, Celtic will face Young Boys. It’s a great opportunity for the Scots to secure their place in the knockout stages, but the visitors are determined to earn their first points.
Our prediction for the Celtic vs Young Boys match
Last season, both clubs continued their domestic dominance, each winning their respective league titles for another consecutive year. Celtic also added the Scottish Cup trophy, with a victory over Rangers in the final.
Under Rodgers, Celtic have also performed well in the Champions League this season. Their only loss was a heavy 7-1 defeat in Dortmund. However, victories over Slovan and RB Leipzig at home, combined with draws against Atalanta, Brugge, and Dinamo Zagreb, give them strong hopes for progressing to the knockout rounds. Young Boys surprised by qualifying past Galatasaray, winning both legs. However, in the main stage, the injury-plagued and crisis-stricken side has failed to earn a single point.
The teams are performing quite differently in their respective domestic leagues. Celtic continue to dominate the Scottish Premiership and have also won the League Cup. Meanwhile, in Bern, the newly appointed Patrick Ramen has struggled, with the team sitting 9th on the table with 23 points after 18 matches.
Celtic vs Young Boys: Key statistics and trends
- Celtic have not lost in their last four Champions League matches.
- The Scots have taken seven points from nine possible at home.
- Young Boys have lost their last six matches.
Celtic vs Young Boys: Possible Starting Lineups
Celtic (probable lineup): Schmeichel – Taylor, Trausti, Carter-Vickers, Johnston – Engels, McGregor, McCowan – Maeda, Ida, Kyun
Young Boys (probable lineup): von Ballmos – Hadjam, Benito, Kamara, Atekame – Lakomy, Ugrinic, Almada Monteiro, Imeri, Virginius – Itten
Head-to-Head
In 1993, the teams faced each other in the UEFA Cup, with Celtic scoring the only goal in extra time of the second leg. In 2007, however, Young Boys took revenge with a 4-1 victory in the Cup of the Hours.
Free prediction for the Celtic vs Young Boys match
Celtic are in excellent home form and will face a side that has struggled throughout the season. We are backing a Celtic win with a -1.5 goal handicap (odds – 1.86).
Keep an eye on the Champions League standings and check the form of your team before placing your bet on the next match.