Rangers vs Celtic Prediction & Betting Tips - Scottish Premiership
by Ian John | in Football Predictions
The final Old Firm derby of the season could be the one that decides the destination of the Scottish Premier League title. Rangers host Celtic at Ibrox Park on Sunday (12pm Kick Off) with just one point separating the two Scottish giants in the table, with both teams well clear of Hearts in third place. Rangers are a point behind Celtic in the table on 73 with a +50 goal difference, while Celtic have 74 points and a +51 goal difference, but have played a game more than their rivals.Limited Offer. Currently at DraftKings
The Best Betting Odds for Rangers v Celtic Match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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2.2 | 3.6 | 3.1 |
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2.25 | 3.4 | 3.1 |
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2.25 | 3.5 | 3 |
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2.1 | 3.35 | 2.8 |
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Who will win the Rangers vs Celtic Football match?
The best predictions and winner betting odds for the match between Rangers and Celtic of Scottish Premiership on 4/6/24 :
- There is a probability of 38.91% ⭐ for Rangers to win this match against Celtic ⚽ with odds of 2.25 found at Betfred.
- Bet365 ⭐ has the best odds for a draw prediction ⚽️ at 3.6 which implies a probability of 11.93%.
- Currently, the best odds ⭐ for Celtic to win the match are about 3.1 at Bet365. That means a probability of 49.17%.
Rangers - Celtic Prediction and Best Odds:
| Rangers vs Celtic prediction | Win Probability | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Rangers is favoured to win | 38.91 % | 2.25 |
| Draw | 11.93 % | 3.6 |
| Celtic wins the game | 49.17 % | 3.1 |
Rangers vs Celtic Form
Rangers and Celtic's standings in the Scottish Premiership
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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1
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78 | 33 | 24 | 6 | 3 | 54 |
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2
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75 | 33 | 24 | 3 | 6 | 49 |
Rangers and Celtic Last Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
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Rangers against Celtic : Head to Head (H2H)
17 %
0 %
83 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
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Rangers - Celtic: Form Analysis
Unsurprisingly, given their dominance of the Scottish Premier League this season, both teams come into this game in good form. Rangers have lost just one of their last 11 games, winning the other ten, scoring 29 goals in the process and conceding just eight. Strangely, the Gers have conceded more than twice as many goals at Ibrox (12) than they have away from home (5), but they have also scored 11 more at home than away from home too. They are yet to draw a game at Ibrox this season and have drawn just one game in the 30 they have played so far. A recent home defeat to Motherwell will have stung Rangers heading into this fixture, especially since Celtic have won both the other two Old Firm games that have been played this season. Philip Leonard's team did bounce back from that loss, winning their last match 3-1 against Hibs going into what is the first of two of the most crucial Old Firm clashes in many years.
Celtic will take confidence from having beaten Rangers twice already this season, home and away, and the Bhoys have lost just three league games in the entire campaign. Their 74 goals scored is the most of all teams in the SPL but they have won 7, drawn 2 and lost one of their last ten games, including a recent 2-0 defeat on the road at Hearts. Since that loss, Celtic have recorded two strong wins, a 3-1 home win over St. Johnstone and then last weekend, they defeated Livingston 3-0 on the road. The Celts have scored 16 goals in their last five games, conceding five. Away from home they have won three, drawn one and lost one of their last five games. Brendan Rodgers team knows a win here would be a huge three points, whereas a defeat, or a draw for Rangers hands the impetus in the title race very much to their rivals.
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Players list
J. Butland
DefenderJ. Tavernier
J. Souttar
L. Balogun
D. Sterling
MidfielderJ. Lundstram
K. Dowell
ForwardA. Sima
R. Matondo
T. Cantwell
C. Dessers
J. Hart
DefenderT. Iwata
L. Scales
C. Carter-Vickers
A. Johnston
G. Taylor
MidfielderY. Hyun-jun
C. McGregor
P. Bernardo
ForwardA. Idah
D. Maeda
Substitutes
R. McCrorie
DefenderB. Barisic
L. King
L. Balogun
K. Dowell
T. Cantwell
A. Sima
R. Matondo
R. McCausland
S. Bain
DefenderT. Ralston
M. Nawrocki
S. Welsh
MidfielderJ. Forrest
P. Bernardo
Y. Hyun-jun
C. McGregor
A. Idah
Missing players
F. Silva
Rangers & Celtic Squad Analysis
Rangers don't have too many injury concerns for the game with Celtic at the weekend. Winger Oscar Cortes and striker Danilo will miss the game through injury, while experienced midfielder Ryan Jack is a doubt, but could feature. Left back Ridvan Yilmaz, who was injured on international duty with Turkey, is close to making a return although his ability to play will be determined with a late fitness test ahead of the game. Rangers defender James Tavernier has been an outstanding performer for the Gers for several seasons now and recently set a new British record for goals by a full-back. He has net 15 in the SPL this season from right back.
Celtic's two main injury worries could make a return for the game at Ibrox Park. Winger Luis Palma has made a good recovery from his muscle injury and has a chance of being able to perform in the game, most likely from the bench. Skipper Callum McGregor though has more positive news after he returned to training this week following an achilles strain. He should be fit enough to start the game from midfield. On loan Norwich City striker Adam Idah has made a big impression since joining Celtic in the winter transfer window, netting five goals in eight appearances for Celtic, as well as two assists.
Rangers - Celtic Key Points
- Rangers have won 11 of their last 12 home games, their only defeat coming in a 2-1 loss against Motherwell on March 2nd.
- Rangers have scored 39 goals at home this season, tied for most in the SPL alongside Celtic.
- Celtic have won seven, drawn 2 and lost one of their last ten games. The defeat and one of the draws in that run coming away from home.
- Celtic have beaten Rangers in both previous games between the two this season. A 1-0 win at Ibrox Park back in September and a 2-1 win at Celtic Park on December 30th.
- After this game, the two teams will meet again at Celtic Park after the SPL splits into two sections. The date for that game has not yet been determined.
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Rangers vs Celtic match : Frequently asked questions
Sky Sports are showing the Old Firm derby between Rangers and Celtic live on Sunday April 7th on both their Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event channels.
Alternatively, you can tune in to our dedicated Rangers vs Celtic page at SportyTrader and check out our Scottish Premier League page to follow the game with real-time statistics and data updates, as well as text commentary.
With the arrival of Storm Kathleen expected at the weekend, it could be a rainy and blustery day when the Rangers v Celtic match takes place on Sunday.
Temperatures should be around 12 degrees centigrade when the game kicks off, with a 50% chance of rain and wind of around 17mph with gusts of up to 26mph expected.
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