The match between Celtic and Rangers will take place on May 11th at Celtic Park. Celtic leads the table with 84 points, while Rangers closely follows with 81 points.
The Old Firm Derby is always a highlight of the European football season, and with the title at stake, this could be one of the most thrilling encounters in recent memory.
Match Preview
Celtic enters the game following a convincing 3-0 win over Hearts at home in the Scottish Premiership last weekend.
They swiftly scored in the 4th minute, adding a second goal in the 21st. A penalty in the 87th minute secured their victory.
This win extends Celtic’s unbeaten streak to 8 games across all competitions, including victories against St Johnstone, St Mirren, Livingston, and Dundee.
They also triumphed over Livingston and Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup and drew 3-3 with Rangers in the Premiership.
Celtic remains undefeated in their last 8 home Premiership games.
Both teams have scored in 3 of their 5 most recent home league matches, with over 2.5 goals in each of their last 4 Premiership fixtures at home.
Rangers head across Glasgow following a 4-1 win against Kilmarnock at home in the Premiership last weekend.
Despite Kilmarnock taking an early lead, Rangers equalized just before half-time and capitalized on a ten-man opposition to score 3 more goals in the second half.
This victory continues Rangers’ unbeaten streak to 4 games across all competitions, including wins against St Mirren and Hearts in the Scottish Cup. They drew 0-0 with Dundee in the Premiership.
Rangers have not lost in 25 of their last 30 away Premiership matches. However, they won only 1 of their last 3 away trips in the league, with both teams scoring in 3 of their last 4 away league matches.
Team News & Updates:
Celtic’s only injury concern is James McCarthy, unlikely to play due to a hamstring injury.
Rangers have several players sidelined, including Abdallah Sima, Ryan Jack, Rabbi Matondo, Connor Goldson, Oscar Cortes, and Danilo Pereira.
Prediction & Analysis:
With the title hanging in the balance, both Celtic and Rangers are poised to leave everything on the pitch.
Expect a fiercely contested affair characterized by attacking flair and defensive resilience.
Considering Celtic’s recent dominance in Old Firm derbies and their impressive home form, they enter the match as favorites.
However, Rangers, buoyed by their recent performances and bolstered by the fervent support of their fans, pose a formidable challenge.
In a match destined to thrill spectators, goals are anticipated from both ends, with the outcome likely to hinge on decisive moments and individual brilliance.
Our prediction for this gripping encounter leans towards a narrow victory for Celtic, propelling them closer to securing the title and igniting celebrations among the faithful at Celtic Park.
- Celtic 2-1 Rangers
