The highly anticipated Glasgow Derby between Celtic and Rangers has taken on a whole new level of significance following Ross County’s surprising win over Rangers. The thrilling 3-3 draw on Sunday has kept the title race firmly within Celtic’s grasp, with manager Brendan Rodgers fully aware that if his team can triumph in their remaining five fixtures, they will be crowned champions once again.
The unexpected result in Dingwall has not only relieved some of the pressure on Rodgers but has also heightened expectations for the upcoming clash with Rangers. The spotlight is now firmly on Philippe Clement as he prepares his Rangers side for what promises to be a pivotal match in determining the outcome of the league title race.
In a recent appearance on Sky Sports alongside Kris Boyd, pundit Clinton Morrison didn’t shy away from showing his support for Celtic. While discussing the Glasgow Derby result from the previous weekend, Morrison couldn’t contain his frustration at the referee’s decision to allow so much extra time at the end of the match, particularly when Matondo scored in the 110th minute. His exasperation was palpable as he exclaimed, “Where did all that time come from? Unbelievable.”
With Celtic now holding a four-point lead and only five games left to play, Rodgers finds himself in a favorable position in the title race. As they prepare to face Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup next weekend, the focus for Rodgers and the fans alike has shifted to the possibility of securing a domestic double in his first season back with the club since his departure in 2019. The stakes are high, and the excitement is building as the race for the Scottish Premiership title heats up.
