Martin O’Neill’s interim reign is almost over, but the veteran boss will be desperate to finish on a high this Sunday at Easter Road.
Celtic come into the game on the back of a rousing 3-1 Europa League win over Feyenoord in midweek, having come from behind to claim their most impressive result in months.
O’Neill confirmed pre-match that Thursday was his final European night in charge and expects the club to appoint a permanent manager, likely Wilfried Nancy, before the new week begins.
Kick-off Time & How to Watch
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Date: Sunday, November 30
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Kick-off: 12:00 BST
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Venue: Easter Road, Edinburgh
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Live on: Sky Sports Football
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Coverage starts: 11:30 BST
Celtic Team News
Celtic’s injury list remains long, but there are key returns at just the right time.
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Marcelo Saracchi is fully fit again and expected to start.
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Kelechi Iheanacho made the bench midweek and could feature.
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Colby Donovan suffered a nasty stud injury to his left foot on Thursday night, but O’Neill says the full-back is keen to play and may push through the pain.
O’Neill is likely to name a strong XI for his final game in charge, with very few changes expected from the team that beat Feyenoord.
Celtic Predicted XI (4-3-3)
GK: Kasper Schmeichel
RB: Colby Donovan (fitness pending)
CB: Auston Trusty
CB: Liam Scales
LB: Kieran Tierney
CM: Callum McGregor
CM: Reo Hatate
CM: Arne Engels
RW: Luke McCowan
ST: Maeda
LW: Yang
Hibs Form & Team News
David Gray’s side suffered a disappointing 2-0 defeat at Motherwell in midweek, with Grant Hanley sent off, meaning he’ll miss Sunday’s match.
Hibs will be looking to bounce back quickly at home, but face a Celtic side suddenly rediscovering some form.
Match Officials
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Referee: Nick Walsh
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Assistant Referees: Daniel McFarlane, Frank Connor
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VAR: Grant Irvine
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AVAR: Ross Hardie
Confirmed lineups will drop at 11:00 BST on Sunday. We’ll update this page with the official team sheets once announced.
Will O’Neill sign off with a win, or will Easter Road provide another twist in a turbulent season?
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