Keith Jackson has made his bold prediction for the highly-anticipated Scottish Cup final clash between Rangers and Celtic at Hampden Park on Saturday, May 25th.
With Celtic aiming to secure a remarkable league and cup double by overcoming Philippe Clement’s team, and Rangers eager to secure a cup double and finally triumph over their longstanding rivals after four previous failed attempts, the stage is set for a fiery showdown.
As the match approaches, writers from the Daily Record shared their forecasts for the blockbuster encounter. Senior writer Jackson confidently asserted his belief that Brendan Rodgers’ side will dominate the proceedings and emerge victorious without breaking a sweat.
Citing Rodgers’ formidable track record in such fixtures and Celtic’s impressive late-season form, Jackson left no room for doubt in his prediction. “Given Brendan Rodgers’ history in matchups like this, combined with his team’s current form, it’s difficult to envision anything other than another resounding Celtic victory,” he affirmed. “If they get an early goal, it could turn into a long day for their opponents. My bet? Celtic 3, Rangers 0.”
The air around Ibrox is thick with intrigue as Rangers navigate a peculiar mix of circumstances leading up to the final. Amid uncertainties about the composition of the current squad and looming changes on the horizon, there appears to be a unique blend of pressure and freedom at play for the players.
While some faces in the team may be on their way out, and the manager openly acknowledges the need for significant overhauls, the gravity of the occasion cannot be understated. The weight of expectation is both absent and overwhelming, with Rangers facing the unyielding demand to avoid a fifth defeat to Celtic in a single season, especially with silverware at stake.
The squad’s pride is on the line as they prepare to battle it out for the Scottish Cup, driven by a fierce determination to silence the doubters and rewrite the narratives that have shadowed them in recent encounters. The stage is set for a dramatic showdown at Hampden Park—a moment where Rangers must rise above the pressure and deliver a performance to remember.