Cork City vs Celtic Prediction & Betting Tips - Clubs Friendlies

Prediction published on 08/07/2025, 04:46  by Geoffrey Ejiga | Modified on 08/07/2025 at 15:00 in Football Predictions

Cork City will take on the Scottish big dog, Celtic, in what's shaping up to be an exciting friendly matchup. Can the Rebel City upset The Bhoys to record their first win in 13 games, or will Celtic out-muscle a lower-ranked Cork City to go ten games unbeaten in full-time? Read on to discover our best Cork City vs Celtic match prediction.

Despite Cork City’s worrying winless drought against Celtic’s impressive unbeaten run, our analysis points towards both teams scoring. Although Cork City has only recorded two wins in their last 24 games, they managed to score in 20 of those matches, which all saw both teams scoring. Cork City has essentially showcased the ability to consistently split open defences and beat the keeper.

Cork City’s last game, a 3-1 loss to Shellbourne, showed their doggedness, as the Rebel City managed to trouble a stronger opponent despite an early red card. And while Celtic enters this game as the favourites due to their superior attacking and defensive abilities, The Bhoys have had questions to answer at the back in recent times.

Notably, Celtic has conceded a goal in each of their last five games despite not losing any at full-time. Even the Celtic's most recent game against a weaker Aberdeen side saw the Scottish giants concede a late own goal before going on to lose on penalties.