The stage is set for another blockbuster Old Firm derby as Rangers travel to Celtic Park this Sunday for a pivotal Scottish Premiership showdown. With both sides vying for supremacy, the stakes couldn't be higher in Glasgow.
Celtic currently sit second in the table with 73 points from 35 games, while Rangers are hot on their heels in third place with 69 points from the same number of matches. However, the visitors' title hopes have taken a significant blow after back-to-back defeats—a 2-1 loss to Hearts on May 4, following a 3-2 home stumble against Motherwell. Those results have left Rangers effectively out of the title race, but they'll be eager to bounce back and salvage pride in this historic rivalry.
Despite the recent slump, Rangers have shown plenty of attacking firepower earlier this season, including a thrilling 6-3 win over Falkirk. They also boast an impressive unbeaten record in their last five league meetings with Celtic, giving manager Danny Rohl plenty of reason for optimism.
Rohl is expected to ring the changes after the recent poor run. Defensive concerns loom large, with John Souttar still doubtful due to injury. If he misses out, Nasser Djiga and Emmanuel Fernandez are likely to continue anchoring the backline. There's a glimmer of good news, though, as Tuur Rommens could slot in at left-back after making a substitute appearance against Hearts.
In midfield, Connor Barron is available despite an upcoming cup suspension and could partner Nicolas Raskin, potentially replacing Tochi Chukwuani. Bailey Rice remains sidelined with a muscle problem, but Rohl still has a wealth of attacking options to call upon.
Youssef Chermiti is poised to lead the line, while Ryan Don Naderi may come in for Andreas Skov Olsen to add fresh legs and creativity.
Predicted Rangers XI: Butland; Tavernier, Djiga, Fernandez, Rommens; Barron, Raskin; Gassama, Naderi, Aasgaard; Chermiti
The action kicks off at 12pm BST on Sunday, 10th May, and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK. Whether you're gearing up for match day or just looking to show your support, make sure you're kitted out in the latest Rangers gear to cheer on the Gers in this massive clash.