The stage is set for Celtic to inflict further misery on Rangers when the two teams clash at Ibrox on Thursday. Despite initial hopes of a title challenge, Rangers’ season has been marred by disappointment, and Celtic can now extend their lead to 17 points with a win.
Rangers’ struggles have raised questions about the future of manager Philippe Clement, but for now, he remains at the helm. However, Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has a history of getting the better of his Rangers counterparts, and another victory could spell the end for Clement.
Former Celtic striker Andy Walker has been scathing in his assessment of Rangers’ situation, stating that the club has squandered significant amounts of money on players who have failed to deliver. Walker believes that Celtic’s lead will only continue to grow, and that Rangers’ embarrassment at being 14 points behind will deepen.
“Celtic can go to Ibrox and win,” Walker said confidently. “They are that good. We’re at a stage in the season where they’ve lost just four league goals. It’s astonishing. Celtic are really strong right now, and they have the ability to turn to players who aren’t recognized and still get the job done.”
Walker’s comments highlight the gulf in class between the two teams, and Rangers’ struggles against Celtic are unlikely to end anytime soon. With Clement’s record against Celtic reading just one draw, the Rangers boss faces an uphill battle to turn things around.