Scottish Premiership predictions with Andy Walker and Ian Crocker
Friday 26 January 2018 17:23, UK
Andy Walker and Ian Crocker offer their predictions ahead of a busy weekend of Scottish Premiership action.
Sky Sports' Scottish football expert and commentator cast their eye over Saturday's five top-flight clashes before turning their attention to Sunday's contest between Ross County and Rangers - live on Sky Sports Football.
Read on for Walker and Crocker's look at the weekend ahead...
Aberdeen v Kilmarnock (Saturday, 3pm)
ANDY PREDICTS: 2-1
FIRST GOALSCORER: Niall McGinn
"It's good to see McGinn back in Scottish football, Aberdeen have missed him."
IAN PREDICTS: 2-1
KEY MAN: Gary Mackay-Steven
"What a goal in the Scottish Cup! Wow."
Celtic v Hibernian (Saturday, 3pm)
ANDY PREDICTS: 4-0
FIRST GOALSCORER: Olivier Ntcham
"He's a quality player getting an extended run in the team in the absence of Stuart Armstrong."
IAN PREDICTS: 2-1
KEY MAN: Leigh Griffiths
"He might be needed from the off against the team of his dreams!"
Hamilton v Dundee (Saturday, 3pm)
ANDY PREDICTS: 0-1
FIRST GOALSCORER: AJ Leitch Smith
"On loan from Shrewsbury, he has the ability to score goals that can help Dundee steer clear of relegation."
IAN PREDICTS: 1-1
KEY MAN: Jack Hendry
"His performances have been drawing the attention of many a scout."
Hearts v Motherwell (Saturday, 3pm)
ANDY PREDICTS: 1-1
FIRST GOALSCORER: Christophe Berra
"He's undoubtedly Hearts player of the season so far, great leadership qualities."
IAN PREDICTS: 1-0
KEY MAN: Steven Naismith
"It's good to see him back in Scotland and he'll be eager to make his presence felt."
St Johnstone v Partick Thistle (Saturday, 3pm)
ANDY PREDICTS: 1-1
FIRST GOALSCORER: Miles Storey
"He played well against Celtic and Thistle need his attacking running power."
IAN PREDICTS: 1-2
KEY MAN: Connor Sammon
"His contribution could be crucial from now until May for the Jags."
Ross County v Rangers (Sunday, 2pm, live on Sky Sports Football)
Live SPFL
ANDY PREDICTS: 1-2
FIRST GOALSCORER: James Tavernier
"He was outstanding against Aberdeen in midweek, scored one and created another."
IAN PREDICTS: 2-1
KEY MAN: David Bates
"He's showing exactly why Graeme Murty has faith in him."
