We’re gearing up for an epic showdown at Ibrox, where Celtic and Rangers will battle it out in the Scottish Premiership, a game that never fails to capture the imagination.
Neil Lennon, who has been in the thick of this rivalry both as a player and a manager for 25 years, shared his thoughts with Sky Sports as anticipation builds. With an impressive track record against Rangers, Lennon’s perspective is invaluable as we approach this pivotal match.
Lennon highlighted the current form of both teams, with a nod to Celtic’s recent resurgence, “Both of them have been pretty consistent. Celtic have sort of found their mojo again in the last few weeks. They’ve got players back fit.” His prediction leans towards Celtic maintaining their unbeaten streak, suggesting, “My own opinion is I can’t see Celtic losing it. It could be a draw or a Celtic win.” He pointed out the factors that could tip the scales in Celtic’s favor, including the potential impact of key players, “If Callum McGregor is fit, that could be pivotal.”
Kyogo’s readiness for big moments also caught Lennon’s attention, “Kyogo is looking more like himself again and he’s a big game player.” He drew an impressive comparison, noting, “His record in the derby is fantastic – it’s up there with Henrik Larsson’s really. He’ll be one to watch tomorrow.”
It’s a must not lose for Celtic but a draw wouldn’t be the worst result. Lennon’s insights suggest that a positive outcome would not only maintain Celtic’s momentum but also turn up the heat on Rangers, especially with a future clash at Celtic Park in the cards.
Brendan Rodgers and his team are known for their ambition, and according to Lennon, “Celtic aren’t going to settle for a draw tomorrow, they aren’t wired like that.” This mentality could be crucial in the high-stakes environment of tomorrow’s game.
The game is shaping up to be one of the biggest derbies in a long time and everyone is holding their breaths.
