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Ibrox View: Rangers can reproduce Celtic demolition, but they must improve on one flaw

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 5:10 AM
Ibrox View: Rangers can reproduce Celtic demolition, but they must improve on one flaw
Key Things to Know
  • Rangers recently defeated Celtic 3-0 at Ibrox in the Premier Sports Cup quarterfinals.
  • Manager Derek McInnes must prepare his team to face Celtic away at Celtic Park without home fans.
  • Rangers currently average 13 fouls per game, the second-highest mark in the Scottish Premiership.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rangers manager Derek McInnes is preparing his side to face Celtic at Celtic Park just a week after securing a 3-0 victory in the Premier Sports Cup at Ibrox. The upcoming Scottish Premiership match will require Rangers to adapt to playing without their home supporters. To secure another positive result, the team will need to manage their discipline and control the tempo of the game in a hostile away environment.

According to Sofascore data, Rangers currently average 13 fouls per game, ranking them second in the league for fouls committed. The report suggests that reducing these fouls will be crucial to avoid riling up the home crowd. Conversely, winger Djeidi Gassama, who has won 17 fouls this season, could play a key role in relieving pressure and disrupting Celtic's rhythm.

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