Celtic are on the brink of achieving a historic milestone in the Scottish Premiership, as they stand just three wins away from clinching their 55th league title. Dominating the season with a commanding 16-point lead at the top, Celtic are poised to secure their fourth consecutive Premiership crown. In contrast, the competition for a top-six finish and the battle to avoid relegation remain fiercely contested, with only 12 points separating sixth from 12th place in the table.
Motherwell's recent triumph at Ibrox has propelled them into sixth place, though they find themselves precariously ahead, with just one point separating them from Hearts. Hearts, currently in seventh place under Neil Critchley's guidance, have showcased remarkable resilience after being positioned at the bottom earlier this season. Ross County and St Mirren also remain in contention for a top-six spot, trailing closely behind Motherwell and Hearts.
Aberdeen, occupying fourth place with 42 points, face intense competition from Dundee United, who are just one point adrift in fifth position. Kilmarnock's hopes of securing a top-six berth suffered a setback following their defeat to County. Despite this, optimism persists within the team as they endeavor to climb the standings in the remaining fixtures.
At the opposite end of the table, St Johnstone languish at the bottom, trailing Dundee by three points. Dundee's form has been concerning, as they have failed to secure a victory in their last eight league games. Meanwhile, Hibs have undergone an impressive transformation since December, ascending from the bottom of the standings to occupy third place with a commendable 43 points.
As the league approaches its climax, the fight for survival intensifies with only six points separating sixth and 10th place. This narrow margin has heightened the stakes for teams striving to secure their place in the top half of the table and avoid relegation.
In addition to their league campaign, Celtic prepare to face Hibs in the Scottish Cup quarter-finals this weekend—an encounter that promises to be a stern test for both sides. Furthermore, significant fixtures loom on March 29 when Celtic host Hearts, while Rangers travel to face Dundee in an evening kick-off, both matches broadcast live on Sky Sports.
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