The countdown is on. With just two days to go until the final Glasgow derby of the season, the tension and excitement are building toward what promises to be an unforgettable Sunday afternoon at Paradise.

Celtic are firmly in the hunt for this year's Scottish Premiership title, and a victory over Rangers could prove pivotal in their quest for a fifth consecutive league crown. Every match at this stage feels like a final, and this one carries extra weight.

Liam Scales knows the derby-day pressure better than most. Having faced Rangers 16 times in a Celtic shirt, the Irish defender is a seasoned veteran of these fierce encounters. If he takes the pitch on Sunday, it will mark his 150th appearance for the club—a milestone that speaks to his consistency and commitment.

Speaking from Lennoxtown ahead of the clash, Scales radiated confidence. "I'm excited for Sunday," he said. "There's a lot on the line, and these are the games you want to play in. I'm really motivated."

He pointed to Celtic's recent form as a reason for optimism. "We've done well over the last five games, and we're in the best place we could possibly be going into a game like this. We're training hard, preparing tactically, and we're in a good place."

The atmosphere at Celtic Park is expected to be electric, and Scales knows the crowd can be a game-changer. "Everyone wants the same thing—to win trophies. Having the fans back in the stadium, the noise will be incredible. It can be intimidating for the opposition and gives us that extra edge. We've felt the positive impact from that in the last couple of weeks."

With only three league games remaining, the title race is reaching a boiling point. Celtic currently trail league leaders Hearts by three points, with a final-day showdown at Celtic Park looming. But before that, there's the small matter of the derby, followed by a tricky trip to Fir Park to face a dangerous Motherwell side. Two wins would set up an unmissable last-day shootout for the championship.

When asked about the prospect of lifting another league trophy, Scales made it clear: this team is hungry, focused, and ready to fight for every point. Sunday is more than just a game—it's a statement waiting to be made.