Celtic and Falkirk meet with Celtic on nine-game league streak

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Celtic and Falkirk meet with Celtic on nine-game league streak
Summary

Celtic hosts Falkirk in their league matchup on August 28, 2026. Celtic is currently on a nine-game winning streak in the league, with aspirations of establishing a new record for consecutive wins against Falkirk. The team has historically dominated Falkirk, winning 16 of the last 18 encounters. Meanwhile, Falkirk struggles, having lost 17 of their last 19 away games at Celtic. The matchup could serve as a tipping point for Falkirk, who are still seeking their first goal this season.

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  • Celtic has won nine consecutive league games.
  • Falkirk has lost 17 of their last 19 away matches at Celtic.
  • Celtic has not lost to Falkirk in nine straight meetings.
  • Falkirk has the lowest expected goals in the league with 1.1.
  • Benjamin Nygren has scored in both of Celtic's games this season.
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Celtic have won their past nine league games. Only twice before under Martin O'Neill have they won 10+ in a row: a run of 14 from August to December 2001, and 25 from August 2003 to February 2004. Falkirk have lost 17 of their past 19 away games at Celtic in all competitions (D2) since a 2-0 victory in October 1994 under Jim Jefferies.

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