Celtic fans will need to wrap up warm tonight as temperatures are set to plummet for the Hoops’ Scottish Premiership clash against Dundee United at Celtic Park.
With the Met Office forecasting a “feels-like” temperature of -3°C, it’s shaping up to be the coldest game of the season so far.
Despite the Arctic chill, over 50,000 supporters are expected to pack into Paradise, ready to cheer on their team as they aim to extend their lead at the top of the table to 16 points—at least temporarily—with Rangers not in action until Thursday.
The freezing conditions mean it won’t just be the football on show grabbing attention, as fans flock to food stalls for steaming Bovrils to stave off the cold. With layers of winter coats, scarves, and gloves expected to dominate the stands, the atmosphere might feel like a snowstorm, but the Celtic fans will undoubtedly bring their usual warmth and noise, cheering every backwards pass.
Celtic will hope to put even more pressure on Rangers, who are still licking their wounds after dropping points at Easter Road. If Brendan Rodgers’ side can secure a victory tonight, it will push their advantage to a commanding 16 points—leaving their Glasgow rivals needing a win on Thursday to close the gap.
