Kilmarnock v Celtic: What time is kick-off, and what channel is it on?

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The runaway leaders of the Scottish Premiership head to Rugby Park on Friday evening – here’s how you can see the action.

With Barcelona lying in wait at Celtic Park on Wednesday, Brendan Rodgers must ensure his players are fully focused on domestic issues on Friday evening as his side head to Kilmarnock looking to stretch their imposing lead at the top of the table.

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers gestures at full time

Celtic’s irresistible start to the season – they have won 10 and drawn one of their opening 11 games – sees them sit 10 points ahead of the chasing pack with a game in hand at this early stage.

The latest to try and stop them are Kilmarnock, who have had a steady start and lie in seventh. They showed they can compete with the top teams with a fine recent win over Hearts, but Celtic are a different kettle of fish.

The Key Battle – Gary Dicker v Scott Brown

Brown’s international comeback did not go to plan at Wembley last weekend, so the Celtic skipper will be looking forward to returning to domestic business against Killie’s experienced midfield operator.

Celtic’s Scott Brown celebrates

Last Meeting:

Celtic eased to victory in September’s meeting between these two sides, with Moussa Dembele’s brace setting the Bhoys on their way to a 6-1 win.

Kilmarnock’s last win in this fixture came back in October 2012, and they have not beaten Celtic at Rugby Park in their last 12 attempts.

Celtic’s Moussa Dembele celebrates

Recent league form – most recent last:

Kilmarnock – LWDWLD

Celtic – WWWWWW

Who’s the ref?

Don Robertson will be in charge at Rugby Park for what will be his 19th match of the season.

The previous 18 have seen 52 yellow cards shown along with two reds.

Celtic’s Jozo Simunovic (R) in action with Kilmarnock’s Steven Smith (L)

What time is kick off?

The match starts at 7.45pm on Friday evening.

Where can I watch it?

BT Sport 1 is the place to see this one, with coverage starting at 7.15pm.

Odds

Kilmarnock – 16/1

Draw – 6/1

Celtic – 1/6