Philippe Clement’s Rangers side head into this weekend’s Old Firm match with Celtic knowing nothing less than a win will do if they are to keep their dream of winning Scottish Premiership alive.
Celtic hold the advantage in the title race and are currently three points ahead of their Glasgow rivals with a superior goal difference (+58 to Rangers +53). However, should Rangers obtain their first win at Celtic Park since October 2020, it would set up a blockbuster finish to the Scottish Premiership season.
Clement has a number of injury issues heading into the game though, with Leon Balogun doubtful and Connor Goldson, Abdallah Sima and Rabbi Matondo all ruled out. The Belgian boss must also decide whether to restore Tom Lawrence to the side after last week’s impressive cameo from the bench or stick with Todd Cantwell in midfield.
There’s question marks at left-back to. Will Ridvan Yilmaz be recalled in place of the out of form Borna Barisic? There’s plenty to ponder for the Belgian with less than 24 hours to go.
The Scotsman has predicted how Rangers will line up this Saturday. Do you agree with our line up?
1. GK: Jack Butland
Rangers' player of the year will be the man between the sticks at Celtic Park. So often the hero for his side this term, his influence will be vital for the Gers this weekend. Photo: SNS Group
2. RB: James Tavernier
The Rangers skipper has scored two outstanding free kicks at Celtic Park in recent years - can he make it a hat trick? Certain to start at full-back. Photo: Getty Images
3. RCB: John Souttar
The Scotland international will be another certain starter and will begin the game at right centre-back with Connor Goldson ruled out. Photo: SNS Group
4. LCB: Ben Davies
An unlikely goal hero in last weekend's 4-1 win over Kilmarnock, Davies will slot into central defence with Leon Balogun ruled out of the game at Celtic Park. Photo: Getty Images