What channel is Celtic vs Raith Rovers? Live stream, TV, ref, VAR and Scottish Cup team news
Celtic will have a Bayern Munich-shaped elephant in the room as the defence of their Scottish Cup crown takes priority.
The home tie against Championship outfit Raith Rovers will be a far cry from the glamour of Munich. But this holds no less importance. The Hoops mandate every season is to hoover up the silverware in Scotland with the Premier Sports Cup already locked in the trophy cabinet. Brendan Rodgers' men know Bavaria beckons but the fact is they have their sights set on a world record-extending ninth Treble.
Barry Robson's men will have looked on with gritted teeth at the Celts' 6-0 hammering of Dundee in Glasgow. But giant killings can never be ruled out when it gets to this stage of the competition. The Kirkcaldy men, who sit seventh in Scotland's second tier, will still bring a strong away support for their glamour tie in Glasgow's east end as Rovers dream of causing one of the biggest upsets in recent history. Here, Record Sport tells you everything you need to know ahead of the showdown.
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When is Celtic vs Raith Rovers?
Celtic welcome Raith Rovers to Parkhead on Saturday January 8. Kick-off is at 5:30pm.
Is Celtic vs Raith Rovers on TV?
Yes, the Scottish Cup fifth round tie will be broadcast by Premier Sports. Coverage begins at 5pm on Premier Sports 2 ahead of kick-off at 8pm. The programme lasts all the way until 7:55pm.
Can I live stream Celtic vs Raith Rovers?
Premier Sports customers will be able to follow the match live on the channel's website or via the Premier Sports app. Those looking to subscribe to the channel can do so for a monthly fee starting at £10.99.
Where else can I follow Celtic vs Raith Rovers?
You can keep up with all the action from Celtic Park right here on dailyrecord.co.uk! Record Sport will be running a live blog with all the pre-match build-up and team news, and every kick of the ball once the clash gets underway. After the game, we'll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as player ratings, talking points and plenty more.
Ref and VAR
Chris Graham will be the man in the middle at Parkhead. He'll be assisted by Gordon Crawford and David Dunne. Andrew Dallas is on VAR duties alongside Graham McNeillie.
Team news
Viljami Sinisalo will make his Celtic debut as No1 keeper Kasper Schmeichel sits out with a back issue. James Forrest also remains out.
Raith Rothers will be without long-term absentees Lewis Vaughan and Jack Hamilton. New signings Josh Rae and George Gitau could be handed debuts.
