Rangers FC vs Celtic FC, Premier League 2022-23 CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND
Overview
Match Preview
Rangers FC vs Celtic FC — Premier League at Ibrox Stadium.
- Rangers FC 2 games · 1 pts (2026/27)
- Celtic FC 2 games · 6 pts (2026/27)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 May | Celtic FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 07 May | Aberdeen FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 23 Apr | Aberdeen FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 15 Apr | St. Mirren FC | H | 5–2 | W |
| 08 Apr | Celtic FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 01 Apr | Dundee United FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 May | Rangers FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 07 May | Heart of Midlothian FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 22 Apr | Motherwell FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 16 Apr | Kilmarnock FC | A | 4–1 | W |
| 08 Apr | Rangers FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 02 Apr | Ross County FC | A | 2–0 | W |
Season Stats
| Rangers FC | Celtic FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #9 | Position | #1 |
| 1 | Points | 6 |
| 2 | Played | 2 |
| 0 / 1 / 1 | W / D / L | 2 / 0 / 0 |
| 2 | Scored | 6 |
| 3 | Conceded | 1 |
| -1 | GD | +5 |
| 0.50 | PPG | 3.00 |
| 0% | Win % | 100% |
Key Stats
53%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (30 games)
H2H (30 games)
60%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Rangers FC this season
Rangers FC this season
50%
Clean Sheets
Celtic FC this season
Celtic FC this season
Rangers FC are 9th (1 pts). Celtic FC are 1st (6 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Rangers FC
0-15
–/1
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/1
46-60
1/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Celtic FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
2/–
46-60
2/1
61-75
1/–
76+
–/–
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at Ibrox Stadium. Rangers FC are looking to make home advantage count against Celtic FC.
- 5' Todd Cantwell makes no mistake. The score reads 1-0 and Rangers FC are in front.
- 10' Rangers FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Celtic FC's shape.
- 15' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 20' The 34-year-old James Tavernier has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 25' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Rangers FC and Celtic FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 30' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 34' Brilliant from the ! John Souttar makes it 2-0 with a superb finish on 34.
- 39' Rangers FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 44' Israel international Liel Abada has been a key figure this campaign — 1 goals and 1 assists in the Array this season.
- 49' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Tomoki Iwata made 105 appearances and scored 19 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 54' Sead Haksabanovic is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Celtic FC so far.
- 59' Reo Hatate needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Red cards this season.
- 60' The referee calls foul for Callum McGregor. He receives a Yellow card.
- 63' It is a substitution in Celtic FC team. Hyun-Gyu Oh is replaced by Kyogo Furuhashi on 63 minute.
- 68' It looks like no one’s ball. Celtic FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 69' The Rangers FC bench stirs into life. Rabbi Matondo is withdrawn and Ianis Hagi gets his opportunity.
- 70' Goal! Fashion Sakala scores his 54 goal in 165 matches.
- 74' The crowd applauds Jota as he leaves the pitch. Tomoki Iwata steps in for Celtic FC.
- 75' John Lundstram is having his name booked by the referee on 75.
- 75' The supporters are chanting for Tomoki Iwata. He replaces Jota on 75 minute.
- 80' Celtic FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 83' The Rangers FC manager makes a substitution. Ryan Jack departs to be replaced by Scott Arfield.
- 88' Another substitution for Rangers FC to replace Todd Cantwell by Alex Lowry on 88 minute.
- Celtic FC will have plenty to reflect on. Rangers FC were simply the better side today.
Lineups
Rangers FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
13
Todd Cantwell ↓ Alex Lowry 88'
-
4
John Lundstram ↓ Glen Kamara 88'
- 16
- 6
-
8
Ryan Jack ↓ Scott Arfield 83'
- 2
- 28
-
30
Fashion Sakala ↓ Zak Lovelace 88'
- 43
-
17
Rabbi Matondo ↓ Ianis Hagi 69'
- 3
Bench
-
7
Ianis Hagi ↑ 69'
- 20
-
18
Glen Kamara ↑ 88'
-
37
Scott Arfield ↑ 83'
- 1
- 38
-
72
Zak Lovelace ↑ 88'
-
51
Alex Lowry ↑ 88'
- 44
Coach
Michael Beale
Celtic FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 1
- 33
- 42
- 56
- 18
-
17
Jota ↓ Tomoki Iwata 74'
- 4
- 25
-
41
Reo Hatate ↓ David Turnbull 74'
-
11
Liel Abada ↓ Daizen Maeda 63'
-
19
Hyun-Gyu Oh ↓ Kyogo Furuhashi 63'
Bench
-
9
Sead Haksabanovic ↑ 74'
- 49
- 29
-
8
Kyogo Furuhashi ↑ 63'
- 3
-
14
David Turnbull ↑ 74'
-
38
Daizen Maeda ↑ 63'
-
24
Tomoki Iwata ↑ 74'
- 53
Coach
Ange Postecoglou
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
Rangers FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.15
Rangers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2.27
Celtic FC xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 65% + Both teams to score 61%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Rangers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 3.42
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 85% |
|
15% |
| ± 2.5 | 65% |
|
35% |
| ± 3.5 | 44% |
|
56% |
| ± 4.5 | 26% |
|
74% |
Double Chance
Rangers FC or Draw
49%
Draw or Celtic FC
74%
Rangers FC or Celtic FC
77%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Rangers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 3–0 not predicted3 – 0Actual
1 – 2
9.4%
1 – 1
9.3%
0 – 2
8.4%
1 – 3
7%
0 – 1
7%
0 – 3
6.2%
2 – 2
5.3%
2 – 1
4.8%
0 – 0
4.7%
2 – 3
4.1%
1 – 4
4%
0 – 4
3.5%
Asian Handicap — Rangers FC
| Handicap | Rangers FC covers | Push | Celtic FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 2% | — | 98% |
| -2 | 2% | 5% | 93% |
| -1.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -1 | 7% | 11% | 83% |
| -0.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| +0.5 | 39% | — | 61% |
| +1 | 39% | 22% | 40% |
| +1.5 | 60% | — | 40% |
| +2 | 60% | 18% | 21% |
| +2.5 | 79% | — | 21% |
Clean Sheet
Rangers FC keeps clean sheet
11%
✗
Celtic FC keeps clean sheet
32%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.