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Celtic will look to maintain their commanding lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership when they visit managerless Motherwell at Fir Park on Sunday (kick off: 3pm).
Fresh from their exploits in the Champions League against Aston Villa on Wednesday night, Brendan Rodgers’ side sit 10 points clear at the top of the table as they head to Motherwell to take on a side still reeling from the shock resignation of Stuart Kettlewell, who departed the club earlier in the week citing ‘personal abuse’ as a factor in his decision.
The return of Jota delighted the Celtic fanbase earlier this week, and those making the short trip to Motherwell will be hoping they catch a glimpse of the Portuguese fan favourite.
There was an injury scare on Friday afternoon after Kasper Schmeichel was reported to have missed training on Friday morning by Sky Sports, however, the Danish stopper is reported to be fully fit, and was just given extra recovery time following the midweek game with Aston Villa. As for Motherwell, caretaker manager Stephen Frail could be missing up to eight first team players for the game.
Ahead of the match at Fir Park, The Scotsman brings you all the latest team news:
1. Paul McGinn - Motherwell - OUT
The Fir Park captain is still ruled out with a thigh injury. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
2. Daizen Maeda - Celtic - AVAILABLE
Suspended for the midweek clash with Aston Villa after he red card against Young Boys, the Japanese forward is available for the visit to Motherwell. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
3. Aston Oxborough - Motherwell - OUT
Expected to be ruled out until with a finger injury until mid-February. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
4. Kasper Schmeichel - Celtic - AVAILABLE
Reported to have missed training by Sky Sports on Friday afternoon, sparking fears he could miss the game. However, further reports have stated he is not injured and was just given extra recovery time following the midweek game with Aston Villa. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images