What channel is Celtic v Falkirk Scottish League Cup match on? TV coverage, live stream and kick-off time
Check out how to watch Celtic v Falkirk in the Scottish League Cup, including TV channel, radio coverage and kick-off time.
Reigning champions Celtic begin their Scottish League Cup defence at home against Falkirk on Friday evening.
Brendan Rodgers's team beat Old Firm rivals Rangers on penalties in the 2025/26 final to win the competition for a 23rd time.
The Hoops have made a winning start to the season in the Scottish Premiership – beating St Mirren and Aberdeen – and will look to carry that into the game against Falkirk.
The visitors are back in the Scottish Premiership this season courtesy of two promotions in the last two years but have taken just a point from their first two games.
The Bairns' last trip to Celtic Park saw them take an early lead before losing 5-2 in the quarter-finals of the 2024/25 Scottish League Cup.
RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Celtic v Falkirk on TV and online.
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When is Celtic v Falkirk?
Celtic v Falkirk will take place on Friday 15th August 2025.
Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information.
Celtic v Falkirk kick-off time
Celtic v Falkirk will kick off at 7:45pm.
What TV channel is Celtic v Falkirk on?
The game will be shown live on Premier Sports.
Premier Sports has returned to the UK after being rebranded as viaplay Sports. You can tune in via TV or online.
How to live stream Celtic v Falkirk online
You can watch the match on Premier Sports Player.
Regular subscribers can also stream matches on a variety of devices including laptops, smartphones and tablets via their app.
Listen to Celtic v Falkirk on radio
You can listen to the match on BBC Radio Scotland Extra.
BBC Radio Scotland Extra is available on DAB radio or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to BBC Radio Scotland Extra online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.
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Celtic v Falkirk odds
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bet365 odds: Celtic (1/8) Draw (13/2) Falkirk (16/1)*
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