How to watch St Johnstone vs Celtic: TV channel, live stream, team news, referee and VAR for Premiership clash
Here’s everything you need to know about the Hoops’ trip to Perth
Celtic will face St Johnstone under the Perth lights during midweek as they seek to maintain their flawless record in the Scottish Premiership.
The Hoops arguably were dealt their toughest test of the campaign so far against St Mirren last weekend, but escaped Paisley with a 2-1 win despite going a goal down. Manager Martin O’Neill now has another away game to prepare for against the other ‘Saints’ - who go into the match off the back of an impressive win of their own at the weekend against Hibs.
The match was originally pencilled in for August 22 but was postponed by the SFA to allow Celtic to focus on Champions League qualification matters. The rescheduled fixture has been chosen for commercial television and will be available for Hoops fans to watch on a live stream. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch St Johnstone vs Celtic, as well as some other useful match information:
Where and when will St Johnstone vs Celtic take place?
The match will take place at McDiarmid Park on Wednesday, September 9. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:00pm (BST).
Will St Johnstone vs Celtic be broadcast live on television?
Yes, the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage will begin at 7:30pm.
Can I live stream St Johnstone vs Celtic?
Yes, viewers can live stream the game via the Sky Go app if you have a valid subscription. Alternatively, you can purchase a streaming pass through NOW TV.
Who is the referee and VAR for St Johnstone vs Celtic?
Matthew MacDermid is the match referee. His assistant referees are Ross MacLeod and David Dunn. Grant Irvine is on VAR duty, assisted by Duncan Williams. Dan McFarlane will be the fourth official.
What is the Celtic team news ahead of St Johnstone?
Winger Yang Hyun-jun grabbed the winger against St Mirren as a parting gift before he leaves for the Asian Games with South Korea. He’ll miss Celtic’s next four starting with St Johnstone. Striker Kasper Hogh and defender Kieran Tierney are on the mend from their respective thigh injuries but Wednesday night will come too soon. Right back Alistair Johnston and winger Jota remain out until next month. For the hosts, forward Jamie Gullan picked up a knock against Hibs and in turn is a doubt.
What have Celtic said ahead of the St Johnstone?
O’Neill claims Yang will be a big miss for his side given his recent performances and after the St Mirren triumph joked that he hopes he comes back as soon as possible. He said: “We are going to miss him. He's in really fine form at the moment. Really disappointed. I hope they get beaten quickly! No, I don't. I don't. Please, scrub that! He’ll read this and he'll be really disappointed!”
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