Rangers play another Old Firm, a week after the Cup

Rangers beat Celtic again at Celtic Park, winning the Scotland derby 1‑0 on Sunday, only a week after their 3‑0 victory in the League Cup. The only goal was scored by Ryan Naderi in the thirty‑third minute, and a solid defence held the lead.

A double victory in one week

The previous Sunday, Rangers had crushed Celtic 3‑0 in the League Cup semi‑final, displaying a clear superiority. This result highlighted the Scottish club's attacking power. The match ended without Celtic finding the net.

In the league derby, Ryan Naderi opened the scoring in the thirty‑third minute, capitalising on a rebound after Kim Min‑Su's attempt and goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo's intervention. Djeidi Gassama, former Brest and PSG player, was in the starting lineup and nearly doubled the lead by striking the cross‑bar in the thirty‑fifth minute. Rangers then controlled the game, limiting Celtic's chances.

Implications for the table

This win allowed Rangers to record their fourth consecutive clean sheet, strengthening their defensive solidity. They have closed to within two points of their direct rival in the table.

At the end of the seventh round of the Scottish championship, Celtic remain at the top of the table with eighteen points, while Rangers sit in second place with sixteen points, a gap of two points. The match thus confirmed the tight battle between the two clubs.

The next clash between the two sides is scheduled for January 3, providing another chance to separate the title contenders. Supporters are eagerly awaiting this new derby.