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Celtic F.C. Games: Fixtures, Today Matches & TV Guide

Harry William Morgan • 2026-05-03 • Reviewed by Sofia Lindberg

Celtic’s next match is today—Hibernian v Celtic on Sunday, May 3, 2026—and here’s everything you need to follow the Hoops, from kick-off times to broadcast options across UK and international feeds.

Official Fixtures Source: celticfc.com/fixtures ·
Live Scores Provider: BBC Sport ·
Main TV Channels: Sky Sports, Premier Sports ·
Ticket Availability: celticfc.com/tickets ·
League Matches: Scottish Premiership

Quick snapshot

1Fixtures
2TV Schedule
3Live Scores
  • BBC Sport live score page for real-time updates (BBC Sport)
  • Goal scorers and stats via Celtic TV Match Centre (BBC Sport)
4Tickets
  • Home and away tickets at celticfc.com/tickets (Celtic FC Official)
  • Season passes and print-at-home options available (Celtic FC Official)

The key links are summarized in the table below.

Label Value
Official Site celticfc.com/fixtures
Scores Provider BBC Sport
TV Guide live-footballontv.com
Tickets Page celticfc.com/tickets
Alt Schedule aicsc.com/calendar

Celtic FC Games Today

Celtic are in action today with a Scottish Premiership fixture against Hibernian at Easter Road Stadium. The match kicks off at 12:00 UK on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR are broadcasting the game live across the UK (Live Football On TV), while Celtic TV streams the fixture to viewers outside the UK and Ireland starting at 11:00 (one hour before kick-off) (Celtic TV Official).

What time is Celtic game today?

The match begins at 12:00 UK. Celtic TV’s pre-match coverage begins at 11:00, giving fans an hour of build-up before kick-off.

Are Celtic playing at Home today?

No—Celtic travel to Edinburgh for this fixture, playing at Easter Road Stadium (Hibernian’s home ground) rather than at Celtic Park. Celtic Park holds 60,832 supporters (Live Soccer TV) and hosts most home Premiership games.

Where is Celtic playing today?

Celtic visit Easter Road Stadium for the Hibernian fixture on May 3, 2026. The match is part of the Scottish Premiership season schedule (Celtic News Now).

Bottom line: Celtic face Hibernian away on May 3 at 12:00 UK. UK viewers tune to Sky Sports; international fans use Celtic TV from 11:00.

Celtic FC Games on TV

Finding Celtic on television depends on which competition is being played. Scottish Premiership games typically appear on Sky Sports channels—Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR for key fixtures. Scottish Cup matches split coverage between BBC One Scotland and Premier Sports (Live Football On TV), giving terrestrial and subscription options.

Celtic FC games today on TV

Today’s Hibernian v Celtic fixture airs on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR (Live Football On TV). International viewers in Australia can access the match through beIN SPORTS CONNECT, while Danish subscribers find it on Viaplay Denmark or TV3 Sport (Celtic News Now). Republic of Ireland viewers access Sky Sports Main Event via SKY GO Extra.

TV channels for Scottish Premiership

Sky Sports holds the primary rights for Scottish Premiership matches, with multiple channels rotating coverage. Premier Sports also carries select fixtures. Live-footballontv.com maintains a comprehensive schedule showing which channel airs each Celtic match (Live Football On TV).

The upshot

Sky Sports is the go-to for Premiership games, but BBC Scotland and Premier Sports carry cup ties—bookmark live-footballontv.com to check which channel covers each fixture.

What Time is the Next Celtic Game

Beyond today’s Hibernian fixture, Celtic have a busy run of matches. Celtic v Rangers on Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 12:00 UK is the next home fixture at Celtic Park (Celtic News Now), followed by a midweek trip to Motherwell on May 13 at 20:00 UK (Sky Sports).

Upcoming fixtures list

The full upcoming schedule includes Celtic v Hearts on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:30 (Premiership, Celtic Park) and the Scottish Cup Final on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 15:00 against Dunfermline (Live Football On TV). Celtic FC Official lists the complete fixture list with live Match Centre updates at celticfc.com/fixtures.

Match times and venues

The table below shows confirmed kick-off times and venues from verified sources.

Date Fixture Kick-off (UK) Venue
May 3, 2026 Hibernian v Celtic 12:00 Easter Road Stadium
May 10, 2026 Celtic v Rangers 12:00 Celtic Park
May 13, 2026 Motherwell v Celtic 20:00 Fir Park Stadium
May 16, 2026 Celtic v Hearts 12:30 Celtic Park
May 23, 2026 Celtic v Dunfermline 15:00 Scottish Cup Final
Bottom line: Celtic face Rangers on May 10 and Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup Final on May 23—two high-profile matches to mark in your calendar.

Celtic FC Games Live

Watching Celtic live means choosing between traditional broadcast TV, streaming services, and live score updates. BBC Sport covers live scores for all Scottish Premiership matches (BBC Sport), while Celtic TV offers comprehensive match coverage including goal scorers and post-match analysis for subscribers.

Live scores and streams

BBC Sport updates scores in real time, making it a reliable free option for following the action. Celtic TV’s Match Centre provides live commentary, goal scorers, and match stats for all fixtures—streams start one hour before kick-off (Celtic TV Official). LiveScore also aggregates Celtic’s fixture list with current scores.

Watching options

In the USA, YouTube TV carries ESPN and other networks that broadcast Scottish football, though coverage varies by fixture (YouTube TV). For the Scottish Cup Final on May 23, BBC One Scotland, Premier Sports 2, BBC iPlayer, and the BBC Sport Website all carry the match—offering both terrestrial and streaming choices (Live Football On TV).

Why this matters

Celtic TV streams start one hour before kick-off, giving fans in different time zones ample notice to tune in—the May 3 stream opens at 11:00 UK (equivalent to 03:00 PT and 06:00 ET in North America).

Celtic FC Tickets and Schedules

Getting a ticket for Celtic home games requires planning ahead. Celticfc.com/tickets is the official source for home and away match tickets, with season passes and print-at-home options for eligible supporters (Celtic FC Official). Away tickets follow a separate application process through the club’s away fan coordination system.

Home and away tickets

Home tickets for Celtic Park (capacity 60,832) sell quickly for high-profile fixtures. Celtic v Rangers on May 10 and Celtic v Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup Final are likely to draw strong demand. Celticfc.com/tickets handles both home ticket purchases and away allocation requests (Celtic FC Official), with accessible seating options available for supporters with reduced mobility.

Season tickets availability

Season tickets cover Scottish Premiership home matches at Celtic Park, though cup finals like the May 23 Scottish Cup Final require separate ticket purchases. The AICSC calendar at aicsc.com/calendar provides an alternative fixture view for supporters tracking the full season schedule.

The catch

Ticket demand for Celtic v Rangers consistently exceeds supply—season ticket holders get priority access, and single-match tickets for this fixture typically sell out within hours of release.

Timeline

Current SeasonScottish Premiership fixtures ongoing
May 3, 2026Hibernian v Celtic, 12:00 UK (Easter Road Stadium)
May 10, 2026Celtic v Rangers, 12:00 UK (Celtic Park)
May 13, 2026Motherwell v Celtic, 20:00 UK (Fir Park Stadium)
May 16, 2026Celtic v Hearts, 12:30 UK (Celtic Park)
May 23, 2026Celtic v Dunfermline, Scottish Cup Final, 15:00

What we know and what remains unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Fixtures at celticfc.com include live Match Centre updates (Celtic FC Official)
  • TV coverage on Sky Sports and Premier Sports for Premiership matches (Live Football On TV)
  • BBC live scores available for all Scottish Premiership games (BBC Sport)
  • Celtic TV streams start one hour before kick-off (Celtic TV Official)
  • Scottish Cup Final on BBC Scotland and Premier Sports (Live Football On TV)

What’s unclear

  • Exact TV channels for non-UK regions beyond select countries
  • Confirmation of kick-off times in non-UK timezones
  • Player availability or lineups for upcoming games
  • Ticket availability and allocation numbers per fixture
  • Potential postponement risks due to weather or other factors

What sources say

The next Celtic game on TV is Hibernian v Celtic on Sunday 3rd May 2026 in the Scottish Premiership and the match kicks off at 12:00pm.

— Live Football On TV (Schedule Provider)

Hibernian v Celtic – LIVE ON CELTIC TV! (Outside UK & Ireland only)

— Celtic TV (Official Broadcaster)

The club currently sits third in the Scottish Premiership as the season reaches its decisive phase (ESPN), with the Scottish Cup Final on May 23 against Dunfermline providing a shot at silverware. For fans weighing whether to attend in person or stream from home, the choice is clear: high-demand fixtures like Celtic v Rangers sell out fast on the official ticketing portal, while the Scottish Cup Final’s dual broadcast on BBC and Premier Sports ensures no one misses the occasion.

Whether you choose to attend at Celtic Park or stream from home, the official ticketing portal at celticfc.com/tickets remains the most reliable source for securing match entry, and live-footballontv.com is the go-to resource for confirming which channel carries each fixture.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get live updates for Celtic games?

BBC Sport and Celtic TV Match Centre provide real-time updates including goal scorers and match statistics. BBC iPlayer also streams the Scottish Cup Final live.

What league does Celtic FC play in?

Celtic compete in the Scottish Premiership, Scotland’s top football league, and participate in cup competitions including the Scottish Cup.

Can I stream Celtic matches online?

Yes. Celtic TV streams all Celtic home matches live to international subscribers (outside UK and Ireland). Sky Sports NOW and Premier Sports Player offer additional streaming options for UK viewers with valid subscriptions.

How to check Celtic away game locations?

The official fixture list at celticfc.com/fixtures includes venue details for all away matches, with stadium names and addresses provided.

Are there season tickets for Celtic FC?

Season tickets cover Scottish Premiership home matches at Celtic Park. Applications and renewal information are available through Celtic FC’s official ticketing portal.

What cups does Celtic participate in?

Celtic compete in the Scottish Cup (including the May 23 Final against Dunfermline) and the Premier Sports Cup, with both competitions typically broadcast on Premier Sports.

How often does Celtic play home games?

Celtic typically play 19 home league matches per Scottish Premiership season, plus additional cup ties. The May fixtures include home games against Rangers (May 10) and Hearts (May 16).



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