Unbeaten Celtic could move seven points clear of second-placed Aberdeen tonight as they head to Pittodrie for a vital clash in the race for the Scottish Premiership title.
Set to kick-off at 8pm, both sides have been neck and neck for the bulk of the campaign, but after Aberdeen’s defeat at St Mirren was followed by draws at Hibs and Hearts, Brendan Rodgers’ side moved four points clear of the Dons after a comfortable 5-0 victory over Ross County at Celtic Park.
While the visiting champions are expected to have almost a full squad to choose from, Jimmy Thelin’s side have a host of injury concerns ahead of the game, with two key players already confirmed as out for the game at Pittodrie.
Set to be one of the biggest fixtures in the Scottish season, The Scotsman has all the latest injury news for both sides ahead of the match:
5. Dimitar Mitov - Aberdeen - OUT
In a huge blow to Aberdeen's top two hopes, Mitov has been ruled out until the new year after picking up a hamstring problem in the 1-1 draw with Hearts. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
6. Tom Ritchie - Aberdeen - RECALLED
With Dimitar Mitov out until new year, and deputy Ross Doohan expected to replace him, Ritchie has recalled from a loan spell at Bonnyrigg Rose ahead of Celtic's visit to the Granite City. | SNS Group
7. Slobodan Rubezic - Aberdeen - SUSPENSION RISK
Alongside his defensive teammate Molloy, he is just two bookings away from a suspension after picking up four yellow cards this season. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
8. Jack Mackenzie - Aberdeen - OUT
In a further blow to Jimmy Thelin, the Scotland international left-back has been ruled out of the game with injury. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group