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Celtic squad revealed as five players battle over two key roles on Cup Final day

A day trip to Hampden has become habit for Celtic supporters as they look to land the first trophy of the season.

But what side will they see from the start at the national stadium when they take on Hibs in the Premier Sports Cup Final?

Boss Ange Postecoglou doesn't have his problems to seek but there is belief surging through his side and that was boosted after Anthony Ralston's late winner against Ross County.,

Kyogo is the name everyone is talking about but it remains to be seen if the Japanese international will be fit enough to lead the line at Hampden.

(SNS Group)

There is significant intrigue over two key positions - who will start at left back and left wing?

Let's address the former first. Greg Taylor has been sharp since returning from injury and was excellent in wins over Motherwell and Dundee United.

But Liam Scales is no slouch, with the former Shamrock Rovers man a standout in Dingwall. He offers extra height and power to the backline.

And further up the field there's a decision to be made on who starts on the left wing. Adam Montgomery got the nod ahead of Owen Moffat against County, however, Mikey Johnston is back fit and the 22-year-old would be favourite to get the jersey if passed fit.

James Forrest is facing a battle to be fit but Josip Juranovic looks a good bet to start on the right side of the front three once again.

Predicted starting XI

Provisional Celtic squad

Vasilis Barkas

Joe Hart

Scott Bain

Carl Starfelt

Liam Scales

Cameron Carter-Vickers

Osaze Urhoghide

Greg Taylor

Anthony Ralston

Stephen Welsh

Josip Juranovic

Nir Bitton

Ismaila Soro

James McCarthy

Tom Rogic

Liam Shaw

Callum McGregor

James Forrest

Ewan Henderson

David Turnbull

Mikey Johnston

Adam Montgomery

Kyogo

Liel Abada

Owen Moffat

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