BETTING INSIGHTS: COULD CELTIC SECURE THE SCOTTISH PREMIER LEAGUE TITLE THIS SEASON?

BETTING INSIGHTS: COULD CELTIC SECURE THE SCOTTISH PREMIER LEAGUE TITLE THIS SEASON?



The Scottish Premier League is underway, and fans cannot stay calm. Each year, twelve teams battle it out for the top position by playing 38 matches. As the teams make it past successive stages, the outcomes become more evident, as seen in the bookie odds. The 2023-2024 season has not been different, and punters are already readying themselves for a lucrative year. Even top bookies like Bet365 have adjusted their statistics based on the past few matches, as well as tipsters. So, is Celtic the favorite or should punters set their sights elsewhere? Let’s find out:


Celtic’s Advantages and Disadvantages

Many people think the win will go to Celtic this year. After all, they are the defending champions, having won the 2022-2023 season. Before that, they had clinched the following titles:

● 2021-2022,
● 2019-2020,
● 2018-2019,
● 2017-2018,
● 2016-2017,
● 2015-2016,
● 2014-2015, and
● 2013-2014.

In fact, the only season they have not won in the past decade was the 2020-2021 season when the Rangers won. And even then, Celtic came second. But what propels this team so much?

1. Attack strategies: Celtic often puts a lot of pressure on its opponents from the time the match starts. Its players excel in making short passes that give them control of the ball most of the time. Moreover, they are not afraid to attack and often do this through the middle and down the left. They also play the offside trap to enable them to create enough scoring chances to get those goals in. And when chances are available, they are unafraid to give it their all.

2. Non-aggressive approaches: While some teams excel in aggressive gameplay, Celtic focuses more on harmony. They aim to possess the ball more often than their opponents and use through ball and long shot opportunities to their advantage.

3. Defense: A team is only as good as their defense, and Celtic is not one to allow its opponents to have the upper hand.

Of course, like with all teams, it has some weaknesses its opponents can exploit. One glaring downside is their emphasis on attacks, which paves the way for their opponents to create scoring chances. Another key loophole is their individual errors. While the team thrives on creating chances through individual skills, this also leaves it open to individual errors that can harm its progress.

Key Threats

While Celtic has had the upper hand in the past decade, its competition has been getting stiffer. Are there teams that could give it a run for its money this year? Of course - The Rangers!

Anyone who follows the Scottish Premier League has watched how this team has held its own over the years. In the 2020-2021 season, it clinched the first position. And many other times, it has come in second place, including the following seasons:

● 2022-2023,
● 2021-2022,
● 2019-2020, and
● 2018-2019.

Like Celtic, this formidable team relies on possession gameplay and is known for creating scoring chances and launching counterattacks that leave their opponents on their toes. This team is also great at stealing the ball, creating long-shot opportunities, and attacking down the wings. Per the 2023-2024 rankings, this strategy has been working in its favor, as it has garnered 70 points and is currently in the lead after 29 matches. There is thus a likelihood that this could be a repeat of the 2020-2021 season.

The Way Forward

Will Celtic win this season? 29 matches is still too early to call the season. The team currently has 68 points, while Rangers has 70 points. In the next few matches, a lot could change. The other teams are a bit too far behind to significantly impact the outcome, though Heart of Midlothian has been putting its best foot forward.

So, what does this mean for punters? If you’re keen on making wagers this season, you can proceed as follows:

- Watch the matches and their updates to follow the action and understand the chances of the top teams, and
- Use analytics to your advantage by using past and present statistics to predict possible outcomes.

Also, have a spending plan to help you keep your finances in check as you prepare for yet another exciting finale!