John Beaton has been announced as the referee for the Scottish Premiership fixture between Celtic and Motherwell.

The whistler will take charge of the fixture at Parkhead as Hoops look to maintain their 12-point lead at the top of the table.

Alan Mulvanny and Colin Drummond will run the line while Graham Grainger will serve as the fourth official.

Mike Roncone will be in charge of VAR and he will be assisted by John McCrossan.

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Meanwhile, Celtic goalkeeper Joe Hart has praised Hoops captain Callum McGregor, calling him "unreal".

The Englishman joined the Parkhead side in the summer of 2021 and has already lifted three major trophies under Ange Postecoglou.

And the former Manchester City star has also opened up on the importance of continuing to challenge himself.

Speaking to the Daily Record, he said: "Stuff like that means a lot because it’s the kind of thing I like to be associated with.

"I’m pretty genuine. Cal (McGregor) is obviously an unreal player and a superb captain. He has stepped into a role where he has had huge boots to fill (replacing Scott Brown).

"Cal has not even tried to fill them – he has gone in his own direction and done a great job. I let him know straight from the off that if he needed anything from me, I would be right by his side.

"Hopefully that combination has worked but you would be in a minority here if you don’t come in and want to give your best every day.

"I love it here. I couldn’t be any prouder to be part of this team, this club and this city.

"I’m honoured to put the badge on and work for Celtic. When you are literally chasing the title, every single cup, it’s like that.

"I’m honoured to put the badge on and work for Celtic. When you are literally chasing the title, every single cup, it’s like that.

"Europe is tougher but you still feel like you belong there and want to have that same drive. Sometimes it can be a burden but I have definitely experienced this before.

"I love that focus and intensity. It really makes you feel part of something. There is always something going on, a story going into the game."