Celtic vs Rangers prediction, probable line-ups, H2H — May 10, 2026
The Matchday 36 clash in the Scottish Premiership between Celtic and Rangers promises to be the headline event of the football weekend in Scotland.
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Key facts and head-to-head history:
- Celtic are unbeaten in their last 5 matches.
- Rangers have won 3 out of their last 5 games.
- Head-to-head stats in the last 5 meetings: Celtic - 0 wins, draws - 4, Rangers - 1 win.
- In 3 of the last 5 encounters, both teams found the net.
- The last league meeting ended in a 2-2 draw at Rangers' ground.
- Celtic have won 25 of the last 47 head-to-head matches across all competitions, while Rangers have 13 wins.
- Celtic's biggest win in this rivalry is 5-0, while Rangers' most emphatic victory is 4-1.
Match preview:
The next Old Firm derby takes place on May 10 at Celtic Park, where the hosts will be looking to take another step towards the league title, while the visitors aim to keep the title race alive.
Celtic come into this fiercely contested showdown in excellent form. The team has been dominant all season, showcasing a potent attack and high scoring output. On home turf, the Hoops are traditionally aggressive, seeking to seize the initiative from the first whistle and impose a high tempo. Celtic are particularly dangerous in positional play and from set-pieces, regularly creating plenty of scoring chances.
Rangers are also enjoying a strong campaign and remain Celtic’s main rivals in the title hunt. The Gers rely on organised defence and swift transitions from the back to attack. Against their arch-rivals, Rangers typically play with maximum intensity and discipline, fully aware of how much the result means to the fans and the league table.
The rich history between these clubs adds extra tension to this fixture. The Old Firm is one of the most intense derbies in world football, where emotions often run high. In recent meetings, both sides have traded victories, while the games themselves have been loaded with fierce battles, cautions, and dangerous moments.
The key factor could be clinical finishing. Celtic look slightly more consistent over the course of the season and have the home advantage, but Rangers have repeatedly proven they can get results even in the toughest conditions.
Fans can expect a tense, emotional clash between Scotland’s two footballing giants, where the margin for error will be razor-thin.
Probable line-ups:
- Celtic: Sinisalo, Tierney, Scales, Trusty, Johnston, Engels, McGregor, Tounekti, Nygren, Hyun-Jun, Maeda.
- Rangers: Butland, Sterling, Fernandez, Djiga, Tavernier, Raskin, Chukwuani, Moore, Diomande, Skov Olsen, Chermiti.
Match prediction:
The battle between Scotland’s top two clubs is traditionally open and fiercely contested, with both sides pushing forward and creating plenty of chances.
Celtic are especially dangerous at home, where they almost always find the net. The team relies on high pressing, quick attacks, and aggressive football, often leading to high-scoring games. However, against Rangers, the hosts sometimes leave space at the back.
Rangers also boast a potent attacking line and are adept at exploiting counter-attacks. In recent Old Firm meetings, they have consistently found opportunities, even away from home, and the derby atmosphere only increases the likelihood of goals at both ends.
In several recent Old Firm clashes, both teams have scored, and the high-intensity nature of these games rarely allows for a flawless defensive performance.
Prediction: both teams to score — yes.
