Now that Hearts have been convincingly handled, Celtic supporters are eagerly anticipating the upcoming titanic title race showdown against Rangers at their home ground next week.
The Bhoys put on a stellar show during Saturday’s 3-0 win, demonstrating that the team, manager, and fans are primed for the high-pressure encounter in the days ahead.
A strong sense of unity prevails, and it’s evident that a few more exceptional performances could lead to the coveted double of silverware that all are yearning for.
While nothing can be assumed, as nothing is secured yet and Rangers are not likely to show up at Celtic Park ready to surrender, it’s difficult to deny that Celtic seem to have the edge, with Bhoys icon Kenny Dalglish sharing this sentiment.
The Importance of Home Ground in Celtic vs. Rangers
In an interview with The Sunday Post [05/05 print edition], Dalglish remarked, “The pivotal match is set for Saturday when they face off at Parkhead. It’s going to be an intense 90 minutes, promising a thrilling spectacle for both the stadium crowd and viewers at home.
“The home advantage will be crucial, making Celtic the frontrunners. With the support of 60,000 fans, the Hoops should find things easier while the Gers face a tougher challenge. However, it could backfire if Celtic struggles on the field and the fans grow restless. Rangers will look to disrupt Celtic and their fans.
“Celtic will view this as an opportunity to all but secure the title. Their unbeaten record against Rangers this season is a significant achievement.”
Confidence, Not Complacency, for Celtic
Maintaining a balance between confidence and caution is essential for Celtic. They must retain the hunger for victory displayed in recent games as they enter the derby.
There should be no intimidation from Philippe Clement’s side, given their inability to threaten Celtic throughout the season. Anything short of a win would be a major setback for them.
Entering the match with all the advantages in hand, Celtic know that even a draw would significantly boost their chances of defending the title, offering them a stellar position in this crucial fixture, particularly with a spirited home crowd backing them.