The fixtures either side of derby games are always crucial and Celtic will be desperately hoping to follow up their victory over Rangers with a win in Paisley.
But Brendan Rodgers and his champions will know they're in for a tough one to kick off 2024 with Stephen Robinson's St Mirren buoyed by an impressive 3-0 win at Aberdeen.
That was much-needed after back to back defeats but facing the Hoops is a totally different challenge, albeit Saints made it tough for Celtic at Parkhead earlier in the season Rodgers has defensive issues with both Cameron Carter-Vickers and Stephen Welsh crocked but they still managed a 2-1 win over Rangers at Parkhead.
That moved them eight points clear at the Scottish Premiership summit, albeit having played two more games than their fierce rivals.