Barry Ferguson emphasizes the importance of Rangers players drawing motivation from Celtic’s recent Scottish title celebrations to fuel their desire to overcome their bitter rivals in the future. Writing for the Daily Record on May 17, the former Rangers captain stressed the necessity for Philippe Clement’s team to turn the pain of Celtic’s victory into a positive force.
Following Celtic’s third consecutive league title, Barry Ferguson reflected on the intense emotions evoked by witnessing their triumph. He highlighted the significance of using such moments as driving forces for personal and team improvement. Ferguson underlined that if he were still playing for Rangers, the scenes of celebration would only strengthen his determination to halt Celtic’s success at the earliest opportunity.
With the upcoming Scottish Cup Final just around the corner, Ferguson sees it as a perfect platform for Rangers to turn the tide against Celtic. Despite the challenges faced by Rangers this season, including injuries and missed opportunities, the recent derby loss at Celtic Park was a critical blow. Ferguson believes that a different outcome in that match could have led to a potential treble and a remarkable season for Rangers.
Looking ahead to the Scottish Cup final on May 25 at Hampden Park, Ferguson encourages the Rangers squad to use Celtic’s spirited celebrations as a source of motivation. By channeling the pain of defeat into determination and focus, Rangers have a chance to secure a cup double under Clement’s leadership. Ferguson’s wealth of experience with both success and setbacks in Scottish football makes his advice particularly valuable for the Rangers players, urging them to rise to the occasion and disrupt Celtic’s dominance. It’s time to turn the tables and reignite the fire of the Old Firm rivalry with a redoubled spirit and passion.
