In a surprising turn of events in December 2019, Rangers emerged victorious against Celtic at Celtic Park, much to the shock of the supporters in attendance. Despite this setback, Celtic still managed to clinch the Premiership title that season. However, the ongoing trend of Rangers struggling in this fixture continues to loom ominously.
Rangers often don’t perform poorly in these matches, yet they struggle to secure a win. Celtic remains unbeaten against Rangers in the league season, and the upcoming Scottish Cup final against them has Celtic fans eagerly anticipating another victory.
With the possibility of winning their 12th title in 13 seasons, Celtic is on the brink of a major triumph. A win against Kilmarnock will validate Brendan Rodgers’ decision to return to the club. If Rangers stumble against Dundee, Celtic will be crowned champions on Tuesday.
Rodgers used his post-match press conference to address his critics, asserting that he is dedicated to his job and doesn’t deserve to be treated like a novice. Despite the challenges he faced during this campaign, Rodgers is determined to lead Celtic to glory and won’t stay quiet once they secure the title.
Rangers manager Philippe Clement acknowledges the tough situation his team faces but remains resilient. He understands the importance of never giving up while remaining realistic about their chances. Clement accepted the red card given to John Lundstram, who made a costly error that led to Rangers’ downfall.
Both teams showed moments of brilliance during the match, with standout performances from Celtic’s Matt O’Riley and Callum McGregor. Rangers struggled to match the midfield prowess of their opponents.
Despite a valiant effort from Rangers to stage a comeback, Celtic maintained control and sealed the victory. The match was marred by unsportsmanlike behavior from some fans, but the majority showed respect and urged them to stop.
As Celtic’s celebrations ensued at full-time, it was clear that they are on the cusp of securing the trophy. Rodgers, fueled by the negativity he faced, will undoubtedly have the last laugh when Celtic emerge as champions.
