Former Celtic boss Ronny Deila, now managing Al Wahda in the United Arab Emirates, recently shared his thoughts on his old team’s dominance over Rangers in the Scottish Premiership. Delia, who took over the reins at Al Wahda in July after his stint at Club Brugge, stays connected to Celtic’s progress despite being miles away in the Middle East. He watched with keen interest as Celtic secured a resounding 3-0 victory over their city rivals in a recent match.
Reflecting on the game from Abu Dhabi, Deila was impressed by the performance of Celtic’s front players, particularly Daizen Maeda, Kyogo Furuhashi, and captain Callum McGregor. He noted the impact they had on the match, giving the Rangers defense a torrid time with their dynamic runs and clever cut-backs. In Deila’s eyes, Celtic displayed a level of quality that propelled them to success and showcased their superiority over Rangers.
According to Deila, “Celtic just seem to be on a different level. They’re a better team.” He highlighted the attacking prowess of Celtic’s players, emphasizing the challenge they posed to the Rangers defense. The Norwegian manager praised Brendan Rodgers’ side for their dominant display, which saw them comfortably sit at the top of the league table after a convincing victory in the derby.
While Deila’s time as Celtic boss saw mixed results against Rangers, he believes that the current Celtic team has established themselves as the leading force in Scottish football. Despite the fluctuating fortunes between Celtic and Rangers in recent years, with the Bhoys currently holding the upper hand, Deila remains confident in his assessment of Celtic’s superiority and dominance over their arch-rivals.
