In a thrilling start to the upcoming round in the Premiership, Dundee will face off against Kilmarnock at the Kilmac Stadium at Dens Park. Dundee currently sits in 8th place with 6 points, while Kilmarnock is in 11th place with 3 points. Kilmarnock has struggled in their recent away matches, losing 2 out of their last 3 games on the road. Additionally, they have only managed to secure 3 wins in their last 6 matches overall. Dundee will look to capitalize on their home advantage and secure a crucial victory.
A highly anticipated clash awaits as St Mirren takes on Dundee United at The Smisa Stadium. St Mirren is currently placed 6th in the standings with 8 points, while Dundee United is just above them in 5th place with 9 points. Dundee United has been impressive this season, winning 50% of their matches so far. With both teams in good form, this match promises to be a closely contested battle with both sides aiming to secure all three points.
Ross County is set to host Celtic at the Global Energy Stadium in what is expected to be a challenging encounter. Celtic has dominated this fixture historically, with Ross County losing 31 out of 42 head-to-head matches against them. Celtic has been particularly strong on the road this season, winning 3 out of their 4 away matches. Ross County will have a tough task ahead as they look to overcome their poor record against the formidable Celtic side.
In another intriguing matchup, Aberdeen will take on Hearts at the Pittodrie Stadium. Aberdeen has struggled in recent head-to-head matchups against Hearts, losing 67% of their last 6 encounters. On the other hand, Hearts have faltered in their away matches, losing 100% of their last 6 games on the road. Celtic will aim to capitalize on Hearts' poor away form and continue their own impressive run, having won 100% of their last 6 Premiership matches.
The round will culminate with a clash between Rangers and St Johnstone at the Ibrox Stadium. Rangers have been dominant in their recent home matches, winning 83% of their last 6 games at Ibrox. St Johnstone, on the other hand, faces an uphill task as they come up against a formidable Rangers side that has recorded 5 wins in their last 6 matches. With Rangers in strong form, St Johnstone will need to produce a top performance to come away with a positive result from this fixture.