How to watch Celtic vs Hearts: TV channel, live stream, team news, referee and VAR for Premiership clash
How to watch the Hoops as they face last season’s title rivals at home
Celtic return to Scottish Premiership action this weekend, where they’ll face rivals Hearts at home in a repeat of the fixture that won them the league title last season.
It will be the visitors’ first trip to the East End of Glasgow since their 3-1 defeat in May which handed Celtic the title in a dramatic final day finale. The champions go into this one top of the table, five points ahead of third-placed Jambos. Having just lost 4-1 to Benfica in Europe, the match gives the Hoops and manager Martin O’Neill a chance to instantly make amends in front of their own fans.
Hearts have new man in the dugout from THAT day in May. New boss Wouter Vrancken was handed the baton by Derek McInnes. The Belgian has steered them to five wins from eight games so far and a Scottish League Cup semi-final. With the Jambos playing with vengeance on their mind for last season’s finale and Celtic seeking to put right their recent mini-slump, both sides will have a point to prove.
In a match which has been selected for commercial television broadcast, here’s everything you need to know about how to watch Celtic vs Hearts, as well as some other useful information:
Where and when will Celtic vs Hearts take place?
The match will take place at Celtic Park on Sunday, October 18. Kick-off is scheduled for 3pm.
Will Celtic vs Hearts be broadcast live on television?
Yes, the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage will start at 2:30pm.
Can I live stream Celtic vs Hearts?
Yes, Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match via the Sky Go app. Non-subscribers can purchase a Sky Sports day pass from Now TV for £14.99.
Who is the referee and VAR for Celtic vs Hearts?
David Dickinson is the match referee. His assistant referees are David McGeachie and Ross MacLeod. Chris Graham is on VAR duty, assisted by Duncan Williams.
What is the Celtic team news ahead of Hearts?
Defender Cameron Carter-Vickers missed the action in Lisbon with a ‘strain’ and remains a major doubt for Sunday. Dane Murray played in his absence - but gave away an early penalty, meaning there’s chance Auston Trusty could slot back in to partner Liam Scales. Forward Callum Osmand came on as a substitute during midweek and looked lively despite only just returning from a hamstring injury. Right back Alistair Johnston has the same issue, but is expected to return soon.
What have Celtic said ahead of the Hearts clash?
After the Benfica defeat, O’Neill remained optimistic. He said: “We created about five great chances in the game. We hit the woodwork I think three times. There's always the possibility of Benfica on the break scoring against us as they did. I get great encouragement for this and even though we've lost the two games and we're down to six matches, I genuinely believe that we can make it.”
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