7 Premiership storylines to watch as Celtic face sound of Parkhead silence and two bosses aim to banish panic button

It's a packed midweek schedule and the Premiership is about to take plenty of twists and turns this Wednesday.

There's fiery talking points in the stands at the home of the champions as Celtic lock ultras group the Green Brigade out of Parkhead ahead of their clash with St Mirren. Brendan Rodgers' side will just be focused on maintaining their lead at the top of the league as Philippe Clement faces his first domestic away game at Dundee.

Hearts boss Steven Naismith knows he has to beat Livingston at home to keep the growing opposition towards him in the Tynecastle crowd at bay. And Barry Robson is in a similar position when taking Aberdeen to Motherwell, who are without a win in five games. St Johnstone are hunting for a new boss and will hope former gaffer Derek McInnes doesn't come and leave them further adrift at the foot of the table.

Ross County came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Hibs on Halloween as an appetiser to a five-game card that looks primed for serving up similar drama. Here's our picks for the seven storylines to watch.

It won't be a library with a busy crowd still expected inside Parkhead but there will be a noticeable difference with the Green Brigade not roaring on their team. Celtic have lodged a heavy rap sheet against them and debate is surging on whether it's right or wrong to lock them out.

One reality is certain though and that is the atmosphere in Glasgow's east-end will be toned down and it now remains to be seen if this turns a Hoops hinderance.

On the face of it, Saturday's 4-0 win over St Johnstone looks like a statement result for Stephen Robinson. Running up that type of score on any side is no mean feat in a league of fine margins but it wasn't even the Buddies at their best. They