Hibernian's loss to Falkirk is a useful warning against reading possession as control: they reached the box often, yet spent much of the match chasing a two-goal deficit. Celtic's big league win over Hearts points the other way, but Celta then limited their attacking volume. In this matchup I want to see whether Hibs can turn repeat entries into chances without leaving Celtic an easy route back through midfield. That exchange feels more revealing than either last scoreline.
Our provisional match records show Hibs had 70% possession and 14 shots from inside the box against Falkirk but lost 1–2 after conceding twice before the break. Celtic's provisional records show 18 shots and seven goals against Hearts, then eight shots and one goal against Celta Vigo. Different opponents and competitions make those games clues, not a forecast. Which side can keep its shape after its own attack breaks down?