Michael Stewart shared his thoughts on which team boasts the strongest squad as the title race heats up, with Celtic gearing up to take on Livingston in their quest to overtake Rangers at the top of the Scottish Premiership.

Despite Brendan Rodgers serving a one-match SFA ban, Celtic remain focused on securing a crucial away victory against David Martindale’s side following Rangers’ recent win over Hibs at Ibrox. The absence of Rodgers in the dugout will not deter Celtic’s determination to perform at their best.

As key players return from injury and start to hit top form, the team’s chances in the title race are looking brighter. These developments have led to an intriguing debate between Kenny McIntyre and Michael Stewart on BBC Radio Scotland about which team—Celtic or Rangers—possesses the stronger squad at this critical juncture.

Stewart, a respected BBC pundit known for his impartial analysis, made a compelling case for Celtic’s strength over Rangers. Highlighting the impact of crucial absentees like Hatate and Carter-Vickers, as well as injured captain Callum McGregor, Stewart emphasized the significance of these players in Celtic’s lineup.

The return of McGregor, the absence of Hatate, and the stability provided by Carter-Vickers at the back underscore the importance of these key individuals to Celtic’s success. The team’s success in crucial fixtures with Carter-Vickers on the field further reinforces the value of these players to the squad.

With today’s match against Livingston posing as a pivotal moment in the title race, Celtic will be aiming for nothing less than a victory to maintain their position in the title contention. The presence of key players and the unity within the team should bode well for their performance, regardless of Rodgers’ touchline absence.

As the race for the championship title intensifies, Celtic’s depth and resilience may give them the edge over their rivals in securing crucial wins in the upcoming fixtures.