Celtic vs Rangers – The Glasgow Derby That Could Decide the Title
Alright, folks, the moment we’ve all been waiting for is here—the fourth and possibly most crucial Old Firm clash of the season! Celtic host Rangers at Celtic Park, and this isn’t just about pride—this is about the Scottish Premiership title. With Brendan Rodgers’ men sitting comfortably ahead, a win today would leave them just two victories away from securing their 55th league title. The pressure is on, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
For Rangers, this game carries a different weight. Under interim manager Barry Ferguson, they come into this one fresh off an incredible Europa League triumph against Fenerbahce. But after 120 minutes of grueling football and a nerve-wracking penalty shootout, the big question is—do they have enough left in the tank for this showdown? Ferguson himself is no stranger to this fixture, having battled Celtic 39 times as a player. Now, he steps into the dugout, hoping to get the better of Rodgers—who, by the way, boasts the best win percentage of any manager in Old Firm history.
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The last time these two met, Rangers dominated with a 3-0 victory at Ibrox. But let’s be real—the gap in the league table hasn’t shrunk. In fact, it’s widened. Celtic are now 16 points clear, and if they win today, they’ll be on the brink of wrapping up yet another league title before the split.
One key figure to watch is Daizen Maeda. With 27 goals this season, the Japanese forward has stepped up massively in the absence of Kyogo Furuhashi, who was Rangers’ biggest tormentor in past seasons. The question is—can Maeda deliver yet again on the biggest stage?
Meanwhile, fatigue is a real concern for Rangers. Thursday night’s marathon against Fenerbahce was draining, both physically and mentally. Ferguson might have rested key players towards the end of that match, but will that be enough? They’ll be up against a well-rested Celtic side, who have had a full week to prepare. History isn’t on Rangers’ side either—they haven’t won at Celtic Park since 2020, and victories there have been rare over the past decade.
Of course, anything can happen in an Old Firm derby. The return of away fans at Parkhead for the first time since 2023 will add to the atmosphere, making this an even more intense battle. And let’s not forget—Rangers might be running on empty, but they’ve already pulled off one upset this week. Can they do it again? Or will Celtic take one step closer to yet another Premiership crown?
One thing’s for sure—this is going to be a game you won’t want to miss.
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