Chelsea will kick off their preparations for the 2024-25 season with a pre-season friendly against Scottish champions Celtic in Indiana this Saturday.
The Blues started their USA Tour with a 2-2 draw against Wrexham on Wednesday, as Celtic has already played four matches this summer, including a thrilling 4-3 victory over Manchester City just a few days ago.Which team takes this one? let's find out!
The Blues started their USA Tour with a 2-2 draw against Wrexham on Wednesday, as Celtic has already played four matches this summer, including a thrilling 4-3 victory over Manchester City just a few days ago.Which team takes this one? let's find out!
Match Preview
The Blues have an exciting lineup of matches ahead as they continue their tour in the United States. Up next, they will be facing off against Celtic, Club America, Manchester City, and Real Madrid before returning to England for their final friendly match against Inter Milan on August 11th.
Chelsea have made six significant signings this summer, with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester City being the standout addition. Additionally, Ian Maatsen has been the club's most notable departure during this transfer window. Celtic have made significant strides in their preparations for the upcoming campaign, positioning themselves ahead of schedule. Under the guidance of Brendan Rodgers, the team is poised to kick off their new Scottish Premiership season against Kilmarnock on August 4.
Chelsea have made six significant signings this summer, with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Leicester City being the standout addition. Additionally, Ian Maatsen has been the club's most notable departure during this transfer window. Celtic have made significant strides in their preparations for the upcoming campaign, positioning themselves ahead of schedule. Under the guidance of Brendan Rodgers, the team is poised to kick off their new Scottish Premiership season against Kilmarnock on August 4.
Celtics Statistics in their last 10 matches
📈Stats = Overall
📈Win Percentage = 90%
📈Average Goals per Match = 4.30
📈Goals Scored per Match = 3.10
📈Goals Conceded per Match = 1.20
📈Both Teams to Score(BTTS) = 60%
📈Clean Sheet (CS) = 40%
📈Expected Goals (xG) = 1.16
📈Expected Goals Against (xGA) = 1.54
📈Win Percentage = 90%
📈Average Goals per Match = 4.30
📈Goals Scored per Match = 3.10
📈Goals Conceded per Match = 1.20
📈Both Teams to Score(BTTS) = 60%
📈Clean Sheet (CS) = 40%
📈Expected Goals (xG) = 1.16
📈Expected Goals Against (xGA) = 1.54
Celtics Statistics in their last 10 matches
📈Stats = Overall
📈Win Percentage = 60%
📈Average Goals per Match = 3.80
📈Goals Scored per Match = 2.40
📈Goals Conceded per Match = 1.40
📈Both Teams to Score(BTTS) = 50%
📈Clean Sheet (CS) = 30%
📈Expected Goals (xG) = 1.69
📈Expected Goals Against (xGA) = 1.54
📈Win Percentage = 60%
📈Average Goals per Match = 3.80
📈Goals Scored per Match = 2.40
📈Goals Conceded per Match = 1.40
📈Both Teams to Score(BTTS) = 50%
📈Clean Sheet (CS) = 30%
📈Expected Goals (xG) = 1.69
📈Expected Goals Against (xGA) = 1.54
Predicted Lineup
Celtics: Schmeichel, Ralston, Welsh, Scales, Taylor, O'Riley, McGregor, Hatate; Kuhn, Furuhashi, Maeda
Chelsea : Sanchez, Adarabioyo, Badiashille, Colwill, Gusto, James, Ugochukwu, Chilwell; Madueke, Nkunku, Sterling
Key Insights and Predictions
01
Over 2.5 goals: Both teams have been involved in high-scoring matches recently, with Chelsea averaging 3.80 goals per match and Celtic 4.30.
02
Chelsea Win: Despite a draw in their last match, Chelsea's depth and quality generally outclass Celtic, especially with key players getting integrated into the team.
