Celtic vs Rangers Tips, Predictions & Latest Odds
This may be one of the few times that neither Old Firm side fancy their chances going into a derby. Celtic have been incredibly disappointing this season, particularly in front of goal and have already dropped points four times in ten league matches.
Rangers have won two league games in a row for the first time this season but the performances are still some way off of what fans expect. Somehow though, Rangers currently sit third in the league just five points behind Celtic but eleven points behind leaders Hearts.
This is a really tough one to call, especially as this is the first time in history that both clubs have lost their manager in the middle of the season. Danny Rohl is only three games into his tenure and Martin O’Neill is only the interim at Celtic currently with one game under his belt.
Tactical shapes and styles are largely unknown going into this one but it should still maintain the fiery and intense atmosphere these affairs normally do, unless it follows suit of the first league meeting which many agree was one of the worst Old Firm matchups in history!
Here at Free Bets, we've taken a look at the best betting tips ahead of Sunday's huge clash at Hampden.
Celtic vs Rangers Tips
Take a look at our free football tips for Sunday's Old Firm League Cup clash below.
Tip 1: Rangers to score in the first half
Celtic, unlike most other seasons, have been really slow starters in the Scottish Premiership this time around and have failed to score in the first half of six matches so far. In the last four games, Rangers have started really quickly and I think that will be the plan for Sunday.
Rangers have tried to not let their opponents settle in games and on this type of occasion, with Celtic’s recent form that could really shock them the way it did against Hearts last week. If Rangers can start with the same intensity they have in the last few games, I think they can get an early goal and keep Celtic under plenty of pressure.
Tip 2: Youssef Chermiti to score or assist
There’s been criticism of the fee paid for the big Portuguese striker but he’s impressed me in his last two appearances. He holds the ball well, his link-up play has been good and he seems much more confident after a goal on Sunday and an assist on Wednesday.
He’s got a long way to go to repay the fee (which isn’t his fault) but the early signs have been decent and, if nothing else, he’s been a handful for the centre backs he’s come up against.
Tip 3: Rangers to qualify & over 2 goals - 7/2
With Celtic’s recent struggles I don’t think there will be a better time for Rangers to get a positive result and with fans thinking the league may already be out of reach, domestic silverware would be a way to make it a somewhat successful season.
Both sides have struggled defensively so I think there will be goals in this one but there’s something about the improvements Rangers have had under Danny Rohl that lead me to believe they can get through to the final.
Celtic vs Rangers Latest Odds
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How to Watch Celtic vs Rangers
Fans in the UK can watch the Celtic vs Rangers clash live through dedicated TV and streaming platforms.
TV Channel
Yes - the League Cup semi-final, also known as the Premier Sports Cup, will be broadcast live on Premier Sports.
The channel is available as an add-on subscription on Sky, Virgin Media and Amazon Prime Video, giving fans plenty of ways to tune in.
Live Stream Information
Premier Sports subscribers can stream the match live directly through the channel's official website.
Celtic vs Rangers Match Information
Find out everything you need to know ahead of Celtic's Scottish League Cup semi-final with Rangers.
Kick Off Time
Cetlci vs Rangers will kick-off at 2:00pm.
Fixture Date
Celtic vs Rangers takes place on Sunday, 2 November.
Stadium
The teams will meet at Hampden Park in Glasgow
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