Celtic FC vs Rangers FC, Premier League 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Celtic FC vs Rangers FC — Premier League at Celtic Park.
- Celtic FC 2 games · 6 pts (2026/27)
- Rangers FC 2 games · 1 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee David McGeachie
- Referee Nick Walsh
- Referee Dougie Potter
- Referee Kevin Clancy
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celtic FC | 2 | 6 |
| 2 | St. Mirren FC | 2 | 6 |
| 3 | Motherwell FC | 2 | 4 |
| 4 | Heart of Midlothian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 5 | Dundee FC | 2 | 3 |
| 6 | St. Johnstone FC | 2 | 3 |
| 7 | Hibernian FC | 2 | 3 |
| 8 | Aberdeen FC | 2 | 3 |
| 9 | Rangers FC | 2 | 1 |
| 10 | Falkirk FC | 2 | 1 |
| 11 | Dundee United FC | 2 | 1 |
| 12 | Kilmarnock FC | 2 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Rangers FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 26 Dec | St. Mirren FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 21 Dec | Aberdeen FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 18 Dec | Heart of Midlothian FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 15 Dec | Hibernian FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 12 Dec | FC CFR 1907 Cluj | A | 0–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Celtic FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Kilmarnock FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 20 Dec | Hibernian FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 15 Dec | Motherwell FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 12 Dec | BSC Young Boys | H | 1–1 | D |
| 04 Dec | Aberdeen FC | A | 2–2 | D |
Season Stats
| Celtic FC | Rangers FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Position | #9 |
| 6 | Points | 1 |
| 2 | Played | 2 |
| 2 / 0 / 0 | W / D / L | 0 / 1 / 1 |
| 6 | Scored | 2 |
| 1 | Conceded | 3 |
| +5 | GD | -1 |
| 3.00 | PPG | 0.50 |
| 100% | Win % | 0% |
Key Stats
53%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (30 games)
H2H (30 games)
60%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
50%
Clean Sheets
Celtic FC this season
Celtic FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Rangers FC this season
Rangers FC this season
Celtic FC are 1st (6 pts). Rangers FC are 9th (1 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Celtic FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
2/–
46-60
2/1
61-75
1/–
76+
–/–
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Rangers FC
0-15
–/1
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/1
46-60
1/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and Celtic FC launch into their encounter with Rangers FC.
- 5' Celtic FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 10' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Rangers FC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 15' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Odsonne Edouard made 411 appearances and scored 98 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 20' Both keepers have barely been tested. Celtic FC and Rangers FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 25' The 28-year-old George Edmundson has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 30' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Steven Gerrard will be considering his options from the bench.
- 32' Controversy at the stadium! Nikola Katic argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 33' Nikola Katic was booked on 33.
- 36' GOAL! Ryan Kent scores on 36. Assisted by Borna Barisic
- 38' It’s a booking for Celtic FC player. Scott Brown gets a Yellow card.
- 42' GOAL! Odsonne Edouard scores on 42. Assisted by Callum McGregor
- 47' With 0 assists to his name this season, Ryan Jack is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Celtic FC.
- 49' Ryan Christie was booked on 49.
- 54' Glen Kamara, a Finland , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 56' What a moment for Nikola Katic! That strike on 56 puts his side firmly in control.
- 61' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 66' Canada international Scott Arfield has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 68' A tactical swap from Celtic FC — Nir Bitton on, Michael Johnston off on 68 minutes.
- 70' The referee has no hesitation. Glen Kamara is booked for Rangers FC — Yellow card on 70.
- 71' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Boli Bolingoli.
- 76' Fraser Forster needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Yellow cards this season.
- 80' Rangers FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Scott Arfield is hanging Glen Kamara on the field on 80 minute.
- 81' Leigh Griffiths is ready to make an impact after coming on for Ryan Christie at the 81 minute mark.
- 82' Borna Barisic was booked on 82.
- 85' Alfredo Morelos was booked on 85.
- 90' That looks like a foul for a Red card for Alfredo Morelos.
- 90' It is a substitution in Rangers FC team. Steven Davis is replaced by George Edmundson on 90 minute.
- What a match! Full time at {STADIUM} — Celtic FC 1-2 Rangers FC.
Lineups
Celtic FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 67
- 2
- 8
-
49
James Forrest ↓ Jules Ntcham 68'
- 42
- 35
-
19
Michael Johnston ↓ Nir Bitton 68'
- 22
-
17
Ryan Christie ↓ Leigh Griffiths 81'
- 23
- 30
Bench
- 13
- 18
- 1
-
9
Leigh Griffiths ↑ 81'
- 15
-
6
Nir Bitton ↑ 68'
-
21
Jules Ntcham ↑ 68'
Coach
Neil Lennon
Rangers FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
10
Steven Davis ↓ George Edmundson 90'
- 17
- 31
- 20
-
18
Glen Kamara ↓ Scott Arfield 80'
- 14
- 6
- 1
- 19
- 8
- 2
Bench
- 9
- 21
-
4
George Edmundson ↑ 90'
- 11
- 15
-
37
Scott Arfield ↑ 80'
- 13
Coach
Steven Gerrard
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Kyogo Furuhashi | 7 |
| James Tavernier | 7 |
| Daizen Maeda | 6 |
| Odsonne Edouard | 4 |
| Kemar Roofe | 4 |
| Jota | 3 |
| Fashion Sakala | 3 |
| Ryan Kent | 3 |
Head to Head
Celtic FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
2.39
Celtic FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.96
Rangers FC xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 64% + Celtic FC to win 58%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Rangers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.35
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 84% |
|
16% |
| ± 2.5 | 64% |
|
36% |
| ± 3.5 | 42% |
|
58% |
| ± 4.5 | 25% |
|
75% |
Double Chance
Celtic FC or Draw
81%
Draw or Rangers FC
42%
Celtic FC or Rangers FC
77%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
2 – 0
10%
2 – 1
9.3%
1 – 1
8.8%
1 – 0
8%
3 – 0
7.7%
3 – 1
7.4%
0 – 0
4.9%
4 – 0
4.6%
4 – 1
4.4%
2 – 2
4.4%
1 – 2
Actual
3 – 2
3.6%
Asian Handicap — Celtic FC
| Handicap | Celtic FC covers | Push | Rangers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 26% | — | 74% |
| -2 | 26% | 20% | 54% |
| -1.5 | 46% | — | 54% |
| -1 | 46% | 22% | 32% |
| -0.5 | 68% | — | 32% |
| +0.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +1 | 87% | 8% | 4% |
| +1.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
| +2 | 96% | 3% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Celtic FC keeps clean sheet
39%
✓
Rangers FC keeps clean sheet
10%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.