Celtic FC Stats This Season: Metrics That Matter
Celtic FC stats this season
The core answer: Celtic FC's 2025-26 season stats place the club at the top of the Scottish Premiership, with strong efficiency in both attack and defense, backed by consistent home and away performances. This season's numbers reflect a high win rate, solid goal difference, and competitive metrics across halves and phases of matches.
Overview of season performance
Season-wide record: Celtic has secured a dominant position in the Premiership with a winning percentage near 68%, supported by a solid home record and a productive away record. This aligns with a first-place standing among 12 teams in the league table this season. Key takeaway: Celtic's blend of home dominance and effective away results drives their league lead.
- Wins: 26
- Draws: 4
- Losses: 8
- Points per game: approximately 2.04
- Goal difference: positive beyond +40 goals across league play
- xG for per game: near 1.90; xG against per game: around 1.07
| Metric | Overall | At Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wins | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Draws | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Losses | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| xG For / Match | 1.90 | 2.17 | 1.62 |
| xG Against / Match | 1.07 | 0.85 | 1.29 |
| Scored / Match | 1.92 | 2.26 | 1.58 |
| Conceded / Match | 1.08 | 0.79 | 1.37 |
Scoring and timing
In terms of scoring progression, Celtic has demonstrated reliability in both halves of matches, with a higher contribution in the second period and a strong ability to secure points from late goals. This seasonal pattern supports their overall dominance in the league.
- Scored in 1st Half: ~68% of games
- Scored in 2nd Half: ~63% of games
- Scored in both halves: ~45% of games
- First-half advantage tends to translate into control entering the second half
- Late goals contribute to maintaining lead and sealing wins
- Defensive resilience in the final 15 minutes supports clean sheet potential
Defensive and discipline indicators
The club's defensive metrics show consistency, with a manageable goals-conceded rate and robust performance in limiting high-quality chances. Discipline patterns (yellow and red cards) remain within expected ranges for a title-chasing side, reflecting competitive matches at the top level.
- Clean sheets: double-digit in league play
- Avg. goals against per match: around 1.07
- Card discipline: typical for Celtic's high-intensity pressing style
Bench and squad depth
Squad utilization indicators suggest a deep bench contributing meaningful minutes, with multiple players contributing across goals and assists. This depth supports sustained performance through congested schedules and European ties.
- Top scorer contributions from multiple attackers
- Assists spread across midfield and wing players
- Mid-season injuries managed with recoveries aiding rotational options
Comparative context
When benchmarked against league averages and historical Celtic seasons, this campaign sits among the strongest for efficiency metrics like expected goals for, plus defensive solidity. The club's trajectory aligns with a strategy emphasizing high press, quick transitions, and high positional discipline.
| Comparison | Current Season | Historical Range (last 5 seasons) |
|---|---|---|
| Win rate | ~68% | 60-72% |
| xG For / Match | 1.90 | 1.70-2.05 |
| xG Against / Match | 1.07 | 0.85-1.25 |
