Celtic vs Rangers Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast

Published at :May 9, 2024 at 9:50 PM

Modified at :May 9, 2024 at 9:51 PM

A crucial Old Firm derby on the horizon

This weekend’s clash between Celtic and Rangers in the Scottish Premiership promises high stakes and intense competition. As the top two teams in the league, both sides are eager to secure victory and gain an edge in the title race.

With Celtic holding a slender three-point lead over their rivals, every goal and every moment will carry immense significance in determining the outcome of this pivotal match. The Bhoys remain undefeated against Rangers this season. However, a loss at home would boost Rangers’ confidence for the remaining two matches of the season.

Kick-off

Saturday: 11th May 2024, 12:30 PM BST (5:00 PM IST)

Location: Parkhead (Celtic Park)

Form

Celtic (in the SPL): W-W-D-W-W

Rangers (in the SPL): W-D-L-D-W

Players to watch

Daizen Maeda (Celtic)

Maeda’s game depends a lot on his off-the-ball prowess, which lets him find good spaces in the penalty area. He doesn’t often try to dribble past defenders. When he’s in the attacking zone, he stands out as a bold, straightforward player, mostly because of how he moves without the ball. His agility is truly impressive.

Todd Cantwell (Rangers)

Todd Cantwell’s passing skills are exceptional, particularly his through balls, which can effectively split defences. He can swiftly move the ball with, quick, one-touch play. Additionally, he demonstrates decent dribbling skills and is adept at receiving the ball while turning.

Match facts

Celtic are unbeaten against Rangers in the 3 games they have played each other so far this season
Only 3 points separate the two heavyweights

Celtic vs Rangers: Betting tips and odds

Tip 1: Celtic to win – 19/20 Betfred
Tip 2: Over 4.5 goals – 10/3 Sky Bet
Tip 3: Match to draw – 13/5 bet365

Injury and team news

Recently, Daizen Maeda has returned to Celtic, providing a boost for Rodgers. But it will interesting to see how the Japanese international would do if he starts.

For Rangers, only Abdallah Sima and Ryan Jack are expected to miss out. Connor Goldson seems unlikely to play again this season, and Leon Balogun is doubtful.

Head-to-head

Matches: 439

Celtic: 167

Rangers: 169

Draws: 103

Predicted lineups

Celtic predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Hart; Johnston, Carter-Vickers, Scales, Taylor; McGregor, O’Riley, Hatate; Kuhn, Kyogo, Maeda

Rangers predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Butland; Tavernier, Davies, Souttar, Barisic; Diomande, Lundstram; Sterling, Cantwell, Silva; Dessers

Match prediction

We predict fireworks of an encounter. Celtic might topple their bitter rivals at their home ground.

Prediction: Celtic 3 – 1 Rangers

Telecast

India: Voot

UK: Sky Sports

USA: CBS Sports Network

Nigeria: No Telecast

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