How to watch Celtic vs Dunfermline: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream and referee for Scottish Cup final
Everything you need to know about this weekend’s all-or-nothing clash
Celtic have the opportunity to double their trophy tally for the season with a win in their Scottish Cup final clash against Dunfermline Athletic.
After the jubilant scenes at Celtic Park on Saturday after their dramatic, title-securing win over Hearts, Martin O’Neill’s side have the chance to do it all over again this weekend, against a familiar face. Neil Lennon spent five years at Parkhead playing under the veteran boss during his first spell, but will be in the opposing dugout for the final, having steered his Pars on a fairytale run themselves. The Kirkcaldy side have beaten Hibs, Aberdeen and Falkirk on the road to Hampden.
Celtic have rode their luck at times in the competition so far. They equalised in the 97th minute at home to Dundee only to beat them in extra time, they beat Rangers at Ibrox on penalties at Ibrox without registering a shot on target and more recently, required extra time in the semi-final against St Mirren, where they emerged comfortable 6-2 victors in the end. However, all of that will mean diddly to O’Neill and co on Saturday afternoon if they get a result. Here’s everything you know about how to watch Celtic vs Dunfermline Athletic in the Scottish Cup semi-final:
When and where is Celtic vs Dunfermline taking place?
The match will take place at Hampden Park, Glasgow on Saturday May 23rd. Kick-off is scheduled for 3:00pm (BST).
Is Celtic vs Dunfermline being broadcast live on TV?
Yes, the match will be available to watch for free on BBC One Scotland, with coverage starting at 2:15pm (BST). It will also be broadcast live on Premier Sports 2, where coverage will commence an hour before kick-off.
Can I live stream Celtic vs Dunfermline?
Yes, the match will be available to watch on the go via BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport Website. If you have a Premier Sports subscription, you will be able to watch the final on the ‘Player’ app.
Who is the referee for Celtic vs Dunfermline?
Steven McLean will be the man in the middle on Saturday afternoon, assisted by Frank Connor and Scott Anderson. Matthew MacDermid will be on VAR duties, with Gary Hilland as his assistant.
What is the team news ahead of Celtic vs Dunfermline?
There were no fresh injury concerns for O’Neill after the Hearts win, which saw striker Callum Osmand come on for his first minutes since November. It was worth the wait for the young Welshman as it was he who bagged the all-important third goal when Hearts had thrown everything at a set piece. He will also be available for Saturday. Cameron Carter-Vickers and Colby Donovan have returned to training in recent weeks.
For the Pars, on loan Motherwell goalkeeper Aston Oxborough will be available despite being recalled by the Steelmen last weekend for their trip to Easter Road. Freddie Turley, Zak Rudden, Ewan Otoo and Olly Thomas remain out.
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