Celtic were by far the most impressive club during the January transfer window, bringing in a whole host of big name players as they bid to close the gap on Rangers.
Boss Tony Mowbray takes his new look Hoops to Kilmarnock’s Rugby Park tonight from 7.30pm, live on ESPN.
Irishman Robbie Keane was undoubtedly the club’s biggest signing but the out of form striker will be expected to hit the ground running following the departure of former targetman Scott McDonald to Middlesbrough.
Such changes over a short period of time would normally leave a team un-trustworthy until it became apparent just how the new signings were going to adapt to Scottish football.
Opponents Kilmarnock have been struggling of late however after an admirable start, and with just two wins at home all season, I see the points travelling to Glasgow.
New Kilmarnock boss Jimmy Calderwood added Scott Severin, Rob Kiernan and Chris Maguire to his squad as the former Aberdeen man prepares for the inevitable relegation dog fight but, with confidence back in the Celtic dressing room, the 2/5 about the visitors should be trusted.
Celtic to be winning at half time and full time is a rather more appealing even money with Paddy Power whilst new signing Robbie Keane to score on his debut is surely worth a bet at 5/4 (Bet365).
Down in the third division, Livingstone look to extend their lead at the top with a win over Queens Park at Almond Vale.
After being demoted from the first division to the bottom tier of Scottish football following financial difficulties last season, Livi have bounced back, losing only once at home this term.
With Gary Bollan’s men beating tonight’s opponents three times already this season, the lions enter this one as 5/11 favourites with Coral. Considering Queens Park have failed to win away from home since way back in mid-October, I fancy the league leaders to continue their march towards promotion tonight.
