Preview: Celtic (H) | St Johnstone Football Club
This weekend, we're excited to be back at McDiarmid Park as we host Celtic in the William Hill Scottish Premiership.
Following last weekend's draw in Dingwall against Ross County, we aim to secure another favorable outcome to gain some momentum.
Here's all the information you need before the game against Celtic this weekend. Fans should note that the match starts at 5:45 PM on Saturday.
Tickets for this event are limited to season ticket holders and individuals with a qualifying purchase history. Unfortunately, there will not be any family package options available for this game.
Celtic supporters will be seated in the northern section of the Geoff Brown Stand as well as in the North and Ormond stands. Celtic FC is managing all ticket sales for the areas designated for away fans.
All tickets bought by Saints supporters for the home sections of the stadium should be exclusively for Saints fans. If anyone is found to be violating this rule, they may lose their ability to buy tickets in the future.
There won't be any ticket sales on the day of the match for this event.
Support for the home team will be located in the Geoff Brown Stand and the East Stand. Here are the ticket prices:
· Adult - £33
*Discount for Seniors and Youngsters (Over 65/Under 20) - £20*
· Children aged 12 and under can enter for free (they must be with an adult).
Supporters who use wheelchairs or have mobility challenges will pay the standard ticket price based on their age, and they can bring a personal assistant at no extra cost if needed.
You can find our revised terms and conditions for buying tickets by clicking HERE.
Fans will now need to sign in using their email and password for limited access to ticket sales.
Any fan who has previously registered to use the St Johnstone FC App can log in with the same credentials they used for the app.
If you haven't yet downloaded the St Johnstone FC App, here’s what you need to do:
On our website, navigate to the Home Fan ticket section and select 'Purchase Tickets.'
To create your password, simply click the standby button located in the upper right corner.
· Provide the email linked to your season ticket or any previous eligible purchases, and then click on "forgot password."
If you've already bought tickets using your email address, there's no need to create an account, as we already have your information stored in our database.
· After you get the email containing the link to reset your password, pick a new password and remember to save it.
After that, you'll be able to return and use your email address and password to access the seating chart.
Please be aware that you can only access the seating plan if your email address corresponds with the required purchase history. You can create a new account, but doing so WILL NOT grant you the necessary permissions to buy tickets for this event.
SAINTS: A Look At Their Last Game
The Saints ended up with just one point in Dingwall last weekend after Akil Wright scored a last-minute goal for Ross County, resulting in a draw.
The home team went ahead after 19 minutes when Ronan Hale managed to get the ball past Ross Sinclair, having received a pass from Josh Nisbet. As the first half was winding down, the Staggies nearly increased their lead; Akil Wright's header was heroicly cleared off the line by Jack Sanders with just six minutes to go in the half.
Nevertheless, Drey Wright equalized for the Saints right before the half-time whistle with a superb shot from just outside the penalty area.
The Saints went ahead at the 60-minute mark when Nicky Clark skillfully bent a free kick over the wall and into the corner of the goal. He then doubled their advantage in the 84th minute with another impressive free kick from 25 yards out.
Nonetheless, Alex Samuel scored for County with a quick shot from just a few feet out in the 87th minute. Then, in the final moments of stoppage time, Wright nodded in a free kick taken by Jack Grieves, earning the home team a valuable point.
Celtic: A Recap Of Their Last Match
Celtic had a challenging encounter in the Premier Sports Cup as they battled Falkirk at Parkhead last weekend.
Brendan Rodgers' team rallied from a deficit to secure their spot in the tournament's semi-finals, but they really had to earn this victory.
Paulo Bernardo scored twice, and Nicolas Kuhn added another goal, while Paulo Bernardo contributed one more, leading Celtic to a convincing 5-2 triumph.
You can grab the match program, which includes interviews from various people at the club and some fascinating throwback features, as you pass through the turnstiles or at the club shop. It costs £3.50.
If you're unable to attend in person, the game will be streamed live on SaintsTV for our international viewers.
The game will be broadcast live on Premier Sports.
The Muirton Suite at McDiarmid Park will be accessible starting at 12 PM for this event.
Since the game doesn’t start until 5:45 PM, why not arrive at the stadium early? You can spend the day mingling with other Saints fans and hanging out with your friends!
Join us for live sports on our brand-new big screens, featuring the Newcastle versus Manchester City match starting at 12:30 PM. You can also share your score predictions, and while you wait for the game to begin, enjoy some live music to keep the atmosphere lively.
We will have our regular drink choices available, along with a variety of food and snack selections throughout the afternoon.
Just a reminder that the Muirton Suite is exclusively for St Johnstone supporters. To enter, you need to have a match ticket.
You can find complete details about the Muirton Suite by clicking HERE.
The Junior Saints Zone will be CLOSED during our evening match against Celtic FC on Saturday, September 28th.
Junior Saints memberships for the 2024/25 season are now open for registration. For complete details and to join, click HERE.
Saints Fans Rally Behind Food Banks
Saints Fans Supporting Foodbanks (SFSF) will be present before Saturday's match, continuing their support for the Perth and Kinross Foodbank as well as Saints in the Community.
Volunteers will be stationed at the intersection of the East and Ormond Stand before the match begins, and any contributions are greatly valued.
Remember, if you're unable to attend the game, you can leave any donations at the club shop.
Why not dress up in St Johnstone colors before our match this Saturday?
The Club Shop, situated at the intersection of the Ormond Stand and the East Stand, will be open before the match this weekend.
The store offers a wide variety of gear and products, so be sure to arrive at the stadium ahead of time and proudly display our team colors.
