Celtic’s 2-1 victory over Rangers last weekend, extending their lead to six points with two matches remaining, has ignited a fiery debate between pundits Graeme Souness and Simon Jordan regarding the true extent of the gulf between the Glasgow giants.
Souness Downplays the Gap:
Souness, a Rangers legend, downplayed the significance of the six-point lead, arguing that it doesn’t necessarily indicate a vast difference in quality. He highlighted Rangers’ dropped points against Dundee and Ross County, suggesting Celtic have also had their slip-ups. Souness emphasized that winning the league ultimately determines the best team, regardless of the points difference.
Jordan Highlights Celtic’s Superiority:
Jordan, however, countered Souness’ argument by focusing solely on the head-to-head record between the two clubs. He pointed out that Rangers have only taken one point from Celtic this season and emphasized that the only relevant comparison is between the two Glasgow giants, not against other teams in the league. Jordan believes Celtic are demonstrably a far superior side based on their performances against Rangers.
Head-to-Head vs. Points Difference:
Souness retorted by citing the close scorelines in recent Old Firm derbies, especially considering Rangers were reduced to ten men in two of those matches. He argued that the head-to-head results suggest a smaller gap in quality than the points difference implies.
Celtic Focused on Their Own Destiny:
Despite the ongoing debate, Celtic remain focused on securing the title. Manager Brendan Rodgers will be looking for a strong finish to the season, with challenging fixtures against Kilmarnock and Aberdeen still to come.
The discussion between Souness and Jordan highlights the complex nature of assessing the gap between two rival clubs. While the points difference suggests a significant advantage for Celtic, the close head-to-head results offer a counter-narrative. Ultimately, Celtic’s performance in the remaining matches will determine the final verdict on their dominance.
