Celtic has secured the Scottish title at the end of April, now they are set to confront their rivals, Rangers, in the highly anticipated Old Firm match at Ibrox Stadium in Glasgow. This match marks Celtic’s 55th league title, putting them level with Rangers for the most titles in Scottish Premiership history. Currently, Celtic leads by a significant margin of 17 points, and a victory here would bolster Brendan Rodgers’ impressive tenure at the club.
Despite a lack of progression in the Champions League, Celtic did manage to put up a strong fight against Bayern Munich. For Rangers, winning this home game is essential to narrow the gap with their opponents as they seek to reclaim dominance.
How to Watch Rangers vs. Celtic
- Date: Sunday, May 4
- Time: 7 a.m. ET
- Location: Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, Scotland
- Broadcast: CBS Sports Network | Streaming: Paramount+
- Odds: Rangers +245; Draw +265; Celtic -106
Last Meeting Recap
In a thrilling previous encounter, Rangers managed a comeback win at Celtic Park in March, overturning a deficit to win with an 88th-minute goal fed by a keeper assist from Jack Butland to Hamza Igamane.
Coach Insights
Rodgers shared thoughts on the possible absence of a guard of honor, stating: “It’s not a mandatory tradition in a rivalry this intense. Whatever happens, I’m ready for either scenario.”
Predicted Lineups
- Rangers: Liam Kelly, Robin Propper, Clinton Nsiala, James Tavernier, Bailey Rice, Jefte, Mohamed Diomande, Cyriel Dessers, Hamza Igmane.
- Celtic: Viljami Sinisalo, Anthony Ralston, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Liam Scales, Greg Taylor, Callum McGregor, Arne Engles, Reo Hatate, Nicolas Kuhn, Daizen Maeda, Adam Idah.
Player to Watch
Daizen Maeda, currently tied for the Golden Boot with 16 goals, will be a critical player for Celtic as the season nears its end.
Match Predictions
Expect Celtic to capitalize on early chances and maintain their lead throughout the match. They aim for a strong finish to the season, potentially finishing 3-1 against Rangers.
