Celtic vs. Rangers (Saturday, 12.30pm)
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The latest instalment of the Old Firm derby takes place at Parkhead on Saturday lunchtime, as Glaswegian giants Celtic and Rangers lock horns for a top-of-the-table clash in the Scottish Premiership.
While Ange Postecoglou is seeking to claim his third derby triumph of the season with the Hoops, Michael Beale is searching for his first as Gers head coach.
We say: Celtic 3-1 Rangers
While the pressure in on both sides to come out on top in the Old Firm derby, the onus is on Rangers to deliver the good when it matters on their rivals' patch if they are keep their slim title hopes alive.
The Gers pose the biggest threat to Celtic in the Premiership, but the Hoops have been flawless at Parkhead this term and the reigning champions should have enough quality in their side to claim maximum points, taking a huge step towards lifting the title.
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Aberdeen vs. Kilmarnock (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Aberdeen play host to Kilmarnock on Saturday afternoon looking for the win which may guarantee a top-six spot ahead of the Scottish Premiership cut-off.
At a time when the Dons sit in fourth position in the standings, Kilmarnock are down in 10th spot, four points above the bottom two.
We say: Aberdeen 2-1 Kilmarnock
With both sides having enjoyed different levels of revivals in recent matches, this could prove to be a competitive encounter. However, Aberdeen are the justified favourites, and we feel that they should do enough to edge a closely-fought contest.
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Hearts vs. St Mirren (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Hearts play host to St Mirren on Saturday afternoon looking to end a run of three successive defeats in the Scottish Premiership.
At a time when the Edinburgh-based side are still clinging onto third position in the standings, St Mirren are fifth and pushing hard for European qualification.
We say: Hearts 1-1 St Mirren
Aside from the Old Firm, this is the most anticipated Scottish fixture this weekend, the feeling being that St Mirren can close the gap on their third-placed opponents to one point. However, we feel that Hearts, playing at Tynecastle, will do just enough to earn a share of the spoils.
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Motherwell vs. Livingston (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Livingston make the trip to Motherwell on Saturday afternoon desperately needing another three points to kick-start their season.
While Livingston now sit in seventh position in the Scottish Premiership standings, Motherwell are in eighth, six points adrift of the visitors.
We say: Motherwell 1-1 Livingston
The form book is very much with Motherwell, who look like they will comfortably avoid relegation after their previous concerns. Nevertheless, Livingston may do enough to claim a draw, even though it will not necessarily help them in the race for the top six.
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St Johnstone vs. Ross County (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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St Johnstone play host to Ross County on Saturday afternoon knowing that victory will go a long way to retaining their Scottish Premiership status.
At a time when the home side sit eight points clear of their 11th-placed opponents, the visitors are four points adrift of safety in the top-flight standings.
We say: St Johnstone 1-1 Ross County
Both teams know the importance of three points on Saturday, yet recognise that it could prove pivotal in the long term if they avoid defeat. With that in mind, do not be surprised to see this fixture end in a low-scoring draw.
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Barney Corkhill
