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Scottish Premiership Preview: Title Hopes and Early Troubles

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Dundee head coach Steven Pressley played down his side's chances, but they gave Celtic a good account and have won their latest five home games. They face Aberdeen, who have improved under Stephen Robinson and won four of their latest Premiership games. St Mirren and promoted St Johnstone meet in Paisley, with the visitors seeking a first two-win start since 2017.

Motherwell and Hibernian have real hopes of progress in the Conference League qualifiers after draws. Motherwell drew 1-1 with HJK Helsinki, but must improve against Falkirk, who have won on their latest three visits to Fir Park. Hibs travel to Ibrox after a 2-1 win there in May, aiming for consecutive league wins at Rangers for the first time.

Celtic could secure a ninth straight win over Kilmarnock and a ninth league win in a row, with Benjamin Nygren scoring a league-high 17 goals since last season. Hearts cannot afford a third consecutive defeat under Wouter Vrancken, having lost 14 goals in four games. Nicolas Raskin and Cammy Devlin impressed for Rangers in Poland, while Kevin Nisbet has a goal and assist for Aberdeen.

Motherwell's Lukas Fadinger has scored three in five, and St Mirren's Killian Phillips is attracting MLS interest. Jamie Gullan marked his return with two assists for St Johnstone.