Celtic vs Dundee prediction 03.08.2026 | Scottish Premiership

Celtic enter this match on the back of a triumphant 2025/26 season where they dramatically retained the Premiership title, securing a memorable league and Scottish Cup double.

The Hoops were incredibly formidable on their own turf, finishing the campaign having won each of their final six home matches.

Manager Martin O'Neill will look for sharp improvements as the competitive action begins, following a winless four-match summer schedule. While the Celts failed to secure a victory during their warmups, they did end the pre-season in style by fighting to an entertaining 2-2 draw with Serie A giants AC Milan at Parkhead.

Looking to flawlessly kick off their league defense, the team is led by new star striker Camilo Durán, who found the back of the net in their final preseason friendly. Liam Scales is suspended for the opening two fixtures due to accumulating 12 yellow cards over the course of last season.

Dundee enter this match on the back of a mixed 2025/26 season where they finished eighth with 42 points in the bottom-six section.

The Dark Blues struggled heavily for consistency during the early months of last term, prompting fears of a relegation battle before a late surge steadied the ship.

However, their league form on the road remains a massive concern, as Dundee struggled heavily away from home last season, winning just four of their nineteen away matches and conceding 38 goals on their travels.

Steven Pressley's side secured direct passage into the Premier Sports Cup Round of 16, rounding out their summer preparations with a commanding 4-0 group-stage demolition of Clyde.

However, Pressley's lineup faces immediate disruption with defender Imari Samuels sidelined with an MCL injury and midfielder Callum Jones recovering from ankle surgery. Up front, star striker Simon Murray will lead the line looking for an upset.