What channel is Aberdeen vs Celtic? Free live stream, TV, ref, VAR and Scottish Cup Final team news
Hampden Park will be divided by a sea of red and green-and-white on Saturday as both clubs battle it out for end-of-season glory.
The Hoops and record holders are targeting a third straight defence of the trophy and can clinch a ninth Treble by overcoming the Dons in Glasgow.
Brendan Rodgers boasts a remarkable 100 per cent win record in the competition and has never lost in Mount Florida across his two spells as Parkhead boss.
But records are there to be broken and Jimmy Thelin can earn legendary status by ending Aberdeen's agonising 35-year wait for Scottish Cup success.
It promises to be a mouthwatering afternoon at the national stadium and here, Record Sport tells you everything you need to know ahead of the showdown.
When is Aberdeen vs Celtic?
Aberdeen take on Celtic at Hampden on Saturday, May 24. Kick-off is at 3pm.
Is Aberdeen vs Celtic on TV?
Fans will have the option of watching the game on the BBC or Premier Sports. BBC One Scotland will show FREE live coverage of the Final from 1.15pm – 1 hour and 45 minutes before kick-off.
Premier Sports will go on air from 2pm - an hour before the action gets underway. If you do not have a Premier Sports subscription, you can sign up HERE for a price of £10.99 per month.
Can I live stream Aberdeen vs Celtic?
Yes, the match will be available to watch on the BBC iPlayer. Premier Sports subscribers can also tune in on the move via the Premier Player.
Where else can I follow Aberdeen vs Celtic?
You can follow the action right here at dailyrecord.co.uk. We'll be running a live blog with all the pre-match build-up and team news, and every kick of the ball once the Scottish Cup Final gets up and running. After the game, we'll have all the reaction from managers and players, as well as a whole lot more.
Ref and VAR
Don Robertson will be the man in the middle at Hampden Park. He'll be assisted by Ross Macleod and David Dunne. Colin Steven has been appointed as the fourth official. Greg Aitken is on VAR duties. He'll be assisted by Sean Carr.
Team news
Aberdeen defender Jack MacKenzie has been declared fit for the final after being struck in the face by a seat thrown from the stands at Tannadice. He was left with a nasty facial injury and required stitches, but has since been deemed fit for the weekend.
However, trio Sivert Heltne Nilsen, Ester Sokler and Vinnie Besuijen are all unavailable.
As for Celtic, Japanese midfielder Reo Hatate will miss out through a knee injury sustained at Pittodrie last week. Long-term crock Jota will be sidelined until the middle of next season.
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