Celtic face Besiktas at Parkhead in matchday four of the Europa League league phase, still searching for a first victory in the competition after three consecutive defeats. The Hoops sit 35th in the 36-team table, with only Armenian side Ararat below them on goal difference.
Marseille and Viktoria Plzen are also pointless, which offers Celtic slight comfort, but the reality is they need to start picking up points. Turkish giants Besiktas arrive in Glasgow having taken seven points from nine in the Europa League.
Record Sport writers make their calls
Scott Burns predicts a draw, saying Celtic cannot find consistency and have toiled in Europe. He fears the Turks will take a point, with the side needing a morale-boosting win. His prediction: Celtic 1 Besiktas 1.
Keith Jackson believes the visit on bonfire night has danger written all over it, with Besiktas looking to claim three more points in Glasgow. He sees little evidence Celtic can stop them, predicting Celtic 1 Besiktas 3.
Concerns over form and squad strength
Andy Newport notes Celtic have suffered six defeats in their last 10 games and face a Turkish side that spent almost £60million this summer, signing Orkun Kokcu and Premier League winner Leandro Trossard. Former Rangers stars Vaclav Cerny and Ridvan Yilmaz are expected in the Besiktas line-up. His prediction: Celtic 0 Besiktas 2.
Anthony Evans predicts a fourth straight Europa League defeat, pointing to defensive deficiencies exposed against Falkirk and the threat of Dusan Vlahovic and Trossard. His prediction: Celtic 1 Besiktas 3.
Former Besiktas player offers unique view
Ian Wilson, Besiktas' only outfield Scottish player in their history, believes there will be goals in Glasgow. He said: "If Besiktas attack Celtic from the wings and play their normal game, they will create chances. But they need to be mentally strong. They can cause problems for Celtic, find opportunities, and score against them." His prediction: Celtic 2 Besiktas 2.
Robbie Copeland expects a tight game, noting Besiktas threw away a two-goal lead to Kasimpasa at the weekend but possess star power Celtic lack. His prediction: Celtic 1 Besiktas 1. Michael Gannon predicts a Besiktas win, saying Celtic are giving up too many chances and it could be a long night at Parkhead. His prediction: Celtic 1-2 Besiktas.
