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Rangers v Celtic Stats
Data last updated: Sat 12 Sep 2026, 08:09 UK timeMatch Report
Fixture analysis
This Old Firm derby at Celtic Park arrives with Celtic riding a wave of momentum, having secured five consecutive wins under Martin O'Neill's revitalising leadership. Celtic's attacking sharpness and home advantage contrast with Rangers' recent defensive fragility, having conceded 11 goals in their last five matches. The stakes are high as Celtic chase the title with little margin for error, while Rangers aim to halt their slide and protect pride. Both sides face pressure, but Celtic's current form and tactical cohesion position them as favourites in this fiercely contested fixture.
Celtic to Win
- Celtic have won their last five matches, showing strong momentum.
- Rangers have conceded 11 goals in their last five games, indicating defensive vulnerability.
- Daizen Maeda has scored four goals in his last three appearances, posing a significant threat.
- Rangers remain unbeaten in their last six Premiership meetings with Celtic, adding derby unpredictability.
Why The Model Likes This Bet
Chance, price and football numbers
Celtic's sustained winning streak and attacking efficiency underpin the in backing them to win. Their momentum, combined with Rangers' defensive lapses, suggests a tactical advantage for Celtic. However, the current are shorter than the model's estimated chance, reflecting market optimism. This selection is football-led rather than pure value, so reduced staking is advised until price drift or stronger late data emerges. The stable squad and attacking roles, especially Maeda's form, reinforce Celtic's likelihood of victory.
Verdict
BT4Y analyst view
Celtic's current form and attacking sharpness make them the tactical favourites to secure victory in this Old Firm derby. Their ability to exploit Rangers' defensive vulnerabilities, combined with strong momentum, provides a compelling case for backing Celtic to win. This selection balances recent performance with the intense pressure of the fixture.
However, Celtic have responded impressively despite those absences.
Quote from Expert
BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome
“Celtic's revitalised attack and home advantage create a clear tactical edge, but Rangers' derby resilience means this match will be fiercely contested and unpredictable.”
Key Data Signals
Celtic to Win evidence
Celtic have won their last five matches, showing strong momentum.
Rangers have conceded 11 goals in their last five games, indicating defensive vulnerability.
Daizen Maeda has scored four goals in his last three appearances, posing a significant threat.
Rangers remain unbeaten in their last six Premiership meetings with Celtic, adding derby unpredictability.
What To Watch In The Data
Celtic to Win notes
- The last ten head-to-head matches have averaged 3.2 goals, indicating a tendency for open, goal-rich encounters.
- Both teams' recent form suggests a continuation of this trend, with Rangers' defensive frailty and Celtic's attacking momentum likely to produce multiple scoring opportunities and a lively tempo.
Goals, BTTS and over/under
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Market odds
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Recent form
Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.
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Head-to-head
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Player stats
Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.
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Season team stats
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Key match trends
Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.
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