Celtic and Rangers will meet for the third time in the Scottish Premiership this weekend, as the latest chapter in one of the world’s most fiercest rivalries takes place at Celtic Park on Sunday (kick off: 12.30pm).
Both sides will head into the game in positive mood, after Barry Ferguson led his side to pulsating penalty shootout win over Fenerbahce in the last 16 of the Europa League on Thursday, while Celtic’s 2-0 win over Hibs in the Scottish Cup last weekend puts them on course for a memorable domestic treble.
Their first meeting since Rangers 3-0 victory at Ibrox in January, Brendan Rodgers’ team will be aiming for revenge against their bitter rivals on home soil, and he will have almost a whole squad to choose from. Both James Forrest and Liam Scales are edging closer to a return, though Rodgers is sweating on the fitness of captain Callum McGregor, who has a calf problem.
The visiting Gers are also slowly but surely getting back to full strength themselves, with the likes of John Souttar, Leon Balogun and Dujon Sterling returning to the squad in recent weeks. After a draining 120 minutes on Thursday though, Ferguson may have to rotate as he looks to keep his side fresh.
Ahead of the game at Celtic Park, The Scotsman has all all the latest team news:
9. Paulo Bernardo - Celtic - OUT
Hurt his ankle during the 5-0 Scottish Cup win over Raith Rovers last month, and is not expected to return, although he is closing in on return, it won't be until after the international break, with Brendan Rodgers saying last week: "I doubt he will make Rangers but after that he should be okay." | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
10. Robin Propper - Rangers - AVAILABLE
Took a heavy blow to the head when he collided with Jack Butland in last week's 3-1 Europa League win over Fenerbahce. Wasn't fit enough to start the return leg, but made the bench so will be available for selection for Sunday's Old Firm at Celtic Park. | PA Photo: PA
11. Neraysho Kasanwirjo - Rangers - OUT
Won't play again this season after picking up a serious knee injury on international break with the Netherlands in November. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group