Celtic’s hard-earned point at Ibrox this past Sunday has set the stage for an exciting end to the league title race. With just one point separating Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic from Rangers, there is everything to play for with six games left in the season.
Facing St Mirren this Saturday before the top-six split, the fixtures are yet to be announced but former Rangers manager Michael Beale has made an interesting observation about the upcoming Glasgow Derby.
Having faced Celtic six times during his time as Rangers manager, Beale only managed one win while losing four and drawing one. His victory didn’t matter much in the grand scheme of things as Celtic had already secured the league title under Ange Postecoglou.
Watching Sunday’s draw at Ibrox, Beale acknowledges that Celtic now hold a significant advantage with the next derby scheduled to take place at Celtic Park. Admitting that playing on home turf without away fans can create pressure on the referees, Beale believes that the absence of fans could impact the game.
However, Beale hopes that both teams bring their best to the next derby, acknowledging its importance and the excitement it brings. He emphasizes the need for Celtic to stay focused on their upcoming matches to maintain their advantage in the title race.
Ultimately, if Celtic can secure wins in their remaining six games, the league title will belong to them. It all kicks off this Saturday against Stephen Robinson’s side, and Rodgers will surely have his team prepared for the challenge ahead.
