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Celtic win 'changes game' - but can they reverse Rangers' derby dominance?

Celtic win 'changes game' - but can they reverse Rangers' derby dominance?

Summary

Celtic and Rangers, two top Scottish football teams, will play each other again after Rangers won 3-0 in their last match. Celtic currently leads the league by five points, and a Celtic win could increase that lead to eight points. Former Celtic captain Scott Brown said this game is very important and both teams need to play with strong energy and determination.

Key Facts

  • Rangers beat Celtic 3-0 last Sunday in the Old Firm League Cup quarter-final.
  • Celtic lost 3-1 at home in the Europa League to Ferencvaros on Thursday.
  • Celtic has a five-point lead over Rangers in the Scottish Premiership right now.
  • Celtic and Rangers will meet again on Sunday without any visiting fans.
  • Scott Brown praised Rangers’ manager for changing tactics to a 3-5-2 formation in the first game.
  • Celtic’s current manager, Martin O’Neill, used to favor a 3-5-2 formation but may not have players suited for it now.
  • Celtic needs to improve their start and attitude in the game to compete well against Rangers.
  • Important Celtic player Yang Hyun-jun is still away at the Asian Games with South Korea.
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