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Ian Crocker and Andy Walker's Premiership Predictor

Andy Walker & Ian Crocker take you through the weekend's Scottish Premiership fixtures.
Image: Andy Walker & Ian Crocker take you through the weekend's Scottish Premiership fixtures.

Celtic may have PSG and Bayern Munich on the horizon but their minds will have to be fully focused on league action as the Scottish Premiership continues this weekend.

St Johnstone were the last team to defeat Celtic domestically and visit Glasgow on Saturday as the next team attempting to end Brendan Rodgers' invincible record in Scotland.

Aberdeen, along with Celtic and St Johnstone, are looking to protect their 100 per cent start to the season. They travel to the west end of Glasgow to face Partick Thistle, who are without a point from their first three matches.

Ann Budge announced Hearts will not be appointing a new head coach until after the weekend, meaning Jon Daly will take charge against Motherwell as he looks to strengthen his case for the permanent role.

Hamilton Accies' fantastic team goal helped them to a surprise win over Hibs last week and go into their match with Kilmarnock in fourth place after taking six points from their opening games.

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Watch all the highlights from Saturday's fixtures in the SPFL.

Sunday sees Dundee take on Hibernian live on Sky Sports with Neil McCann already predicting 'fireworks' on the touchline with Neil Lennon.

And in the final game of the weekend, Pedro Caixinha could introduce new loan signing Aaron Nemane to Scottish football for the first time when Rangers make the trip up the A9 to play Ross County in Dingwall.

Celtic v St Johnstone - Saturday 3pm

Andy Walker

Celtic 3-1 St Johnstone

Key Player: Callum McGregor

Only a matter of time before he gets into Scotland squad.

Ian Crocker

Celtic 2-1 St Johnstone

Key Player: Callum McGregor

Bright and busy and often makes a major contribution to the cause. Enjoyed watching his progress in recent years.

 Callum McGregor celebrates scoring Celtic's second goal
Image: Callum McGregor celebrates scoring Celtic's second goal against Kilmarnock last weekend

Kilmarnock v Hamilton Accies - Saturday 3pm

Andy Walker

Kilmarnock 1-0 Hamilton Accies

Key Player: Lee Erwin

Huge game for Kilmarnock after three defeats in three home games, Erwin can make the difference.

Ian Crocker
Kilmarnock 2-0 Hamilton Accies

Key Player: Lee Erwin

New baby denied him a crack at Celtic. Poor timing! Must be raring to go on his return to Scotland's top flight.

Lee Erwin in action for Kilmarnock after joining as a free agent this summer following his release from Leeds Utd.
Image: Lee Erwin in action for Kilmarnock after joining as a free agent this summer following his release from Leeds Utd

Motherwell v Hearts - Saturday 3pm

Andy Walker
Motherwell 1-2 Hearts

Key Player: John Souttar

Back to full fitness, time to show a high level of consistency in his game.

 John Souttar in action for Hearts in the League Cup in July after covering from a ruptured Achilles.
Image: John Souttar in action for Hearts in the League Cup in July after covering from a ruptured Achilles

Ian Crocker
Motherwell 1-1 Hearts

Key Player: Isma Goncalves

A considerable presence and a considerable threat in front of goal.

Rangers' James Tavernier and Hearts' Esmael Goncalves tussle for the ball
Image: Rangers' James Tavernier and Hearts' Esmael Goncalves tussle for the ball in last week's 0-0 draw at Ibrox

Partick Thistle v Aberdeen - Saturday 3pm

Andy Walker-
Partick Thistle 0-2 Aberdeen

Key Player: Greg Stewart

Can score and create, Aberdeen look lively in a season of change.

Former Dundee attacker Greg Stewart has signed a season-long loan deal at Aberdeen from Birmingham City.
Image: Greg Stewart in on-loan at Aberdeen from Birmingham City for the season

Ian Crocker-
Partick Thistle 1-2 Aberdeen

Key Player: Stevie May

Good to see him back in Scotland. The boy can finish....in a variety of ways!

Aberdeen's Stevie May (left) celebrates his opening goal  against Dundee with Ryan Christie
Image: Aberdeen's Stevie May (left) celebrates his opening goal against Dundee with Ryan Christie

Dundee v Hibernian - Live on Sky Sports Football from 12.15pm Sunday

Andy Walker-
Dundee 2-1 Hibernian

Key Player: Darren O'Dea

Live SPFL

A tough start to the campaign for Neil McCann's men, O'Dea has leadership qualities to ensure they can get back to winning ways.

Darren O'Dea has been selected as Dundee's captain for the season by manager Neil McCann.
Image: Darren O'Dea has been selected as Dundee's captain for the season by manager Neil McCann

Ian Crocker
Dundee 1-2 Hibernian

Key Player: Anthony Stokes

Back for a yet another spell with Hibs and no doubt the goals will keep on coming

Anthony Stokes (right) put Hibs on their way at Easter Road
Image: Anthony Stokes (right) celebrates scoring for Hibernian at Easter Road with John McGinn

Ross County v Rangers - Sunday 3pm

Andy Walker
Ross County 1-3 Rangers

Key Player: Carlos Pena

No excuse for not being fit, given the investment Rangers have made in him, it's time he showed what he can do.

Carlos Pena in action during a pre-season match against Marseille in July
Image: Carlos Pena has only featured once for Rangers competitively, as a substitute in the 3-2 defeat to Hibernian at Ibrox

Ian Crocker
Ross County 0-1 Rangers

Key Player: Ryan Jack

Could be a tricky game for Rangers. Might need to dig in and dig deep.

Ryan Jack has had his red card rescinded
Image: Ryan Jack had his red card against Hibernian rescinded

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