Celtic vs Rangers tips and predictions: Scottish Premiership title at stake in Old Firm for the ages

Just three points separate the two Scottish behemoths as we head into the final three rounds of the season.

Celtic narrowly lead the way and enter this weekend’s fixture in good form having won seven of their last eight competitive outings.

The last of those matches saw Brendan Rodgers and his men pick up a confidence-boosting 3-0 victory over third-placed Hearts.

Rangers are also in decent form. Since their shocking slip up away at Ross County last month, the title challengers have gone on to win three of their following four games.

Their last match saw Philippe Clement and his men celebrate a 4-1 success over Kilmarnock.

The last time Rangers and Celtic went head-to-head, fans were treated to an all-time classic as the two rivals played out a 3-3 draw.

With the stakes high and both teams in good form, we’re expecting a similar outing.

It’s been four years since Rangers last won a league match at Celtic Park. The Light Blues have lost their last three visits to the ground – including a 2-1 loss last December.

Celtic have only lost two matches at home this season, with Hearts and Lazio managing to pick up rare wins in Glasgow.

Then again, Rangers boast the best defensive record in the Scottish Premiership this season having conceded just 25 goals.

Bearing everything in mind, we’re backing both teams to score in a thrilling draw.

 

Team news

Celtic will be without James McCarthy and Adam Montgomery for Saturday’s encounter.

Rangers, meanwhile, will be missing Oscar Cortes, Danilo, Connor Goldson and Abdallah Sima.

 

Key stats

- Celtic have only lost two home games this season

- Rangers have the best defensive record in the league this season

- Celtic have scored the most goals in the league this season with 85

- Rangers are winless in their last six visits to Celtic Park

 

Suggested bets

Match result – draw

Both teams to score

Correct score – Celtic 2-2 Rangers