Celtic FC vs. Glasgow Rangers: A Clash of Titans in the Scottish Premiership

Celtic FC are in dire need of a victory to alleviate pressure. Despite their high ranking, their recent performances have been less than stellar. Manager Wilfried Nancy has struggled since his appointment, winning only two of his seven matches, leading to external criticism. A positive for Celtic FC is the emergency loan signing of Bournemouth right-back Julian Araujo. The Mexican international is expected to make his debut tonight, adding dynamism to their right flank. However, they face defensive woes, with key players like Alistair Johnston and Cameron Carter-Vickers sidelined, posing a significant challenge to their defence. In contrast to the home side's anxieties, Glasgow Rangers are in better form recently, having won four of their last six matches, boosting their morale. However, they are hampered by the absence of their star striker due to injury, which is a significant blow to their attack. Furthermore, key players like John Souttar and Dujon Sterling are also unavailable. Historically, the encounters between the two teams have often resulted in draws. However, Celtic FC have a psychological advantage, having defeated Glasgow Rangers in a penalty shootout in last season's League Cup final. Celtic FC typically dominate possession with around 60%, while Glasgow Rangers rely more on counter-attacks and set-pieces. Prediction: Glasgow Rangers +0.5 Score Prediction: 1-1/0-1