How to watch Celtic vs Rangers: Kick-off time, TV channel, live stream, referee and VAR officials for Old Firm
Everything you need to know about this weekend’s Old Firm derby in Glasgow
Celtic host Rangers at home in the fourth and final Scottish Premiership Old Firm Derby of the season, in a grudge match which could have huge title race ramifications despite both sides trailing.
The Hoops haven’t been at their best of late but have ground out results to keep within touching distance of league leaders Hearts, while Rangers’ hopes are now in tatters following back-to-back defeats. The Light Blues currently sit in third place, seven points behind the Jambos, while Celtic remain three off the top with three games to. The match is already in first in that it’s the first time since the league split was introduced that neither side have occupied first place going into the last derby of the season.
While no extra motivation should be needed to win one of the fiercest rivals in world football, for Celtic, a win at the weekend will keep their title dream alive regardless of what Hearts do in their fixture against Motherwell on Saturday night. Martin O’Neill’s side will fancy their chances if they can take the league down to their final day clash at home to the Jambos in just over a week’s time.
As for Rangers, depending on the Hearts score, their title dream may mathematically still be alive by the time they head across the city and even if it isn’t, scuppering their bitter rivals’ chances may come as a small consolation. With second place also entering the Champions League qualification places, there’s still so much at stake. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch this weekend’s Old Firm Derby.
When and where is Celtic vs Rangers taking place?
The match will take place at Celtic Park in the east end of Glasgow on Sunday, May 10th. Kick-off is scheduled for 12:00pm (BST).
Is Celtic vs Rangers being broadcast live on TV?
Yes, the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Coverage will begin at 11am.
Can I live stream Celtic vs Rangers?
Yes, Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match on the go via the Sky Go app. Alternatively viewers can also watch online with a Now TV pass for sports.
Who is the referee for Celtic vs Rangers?
Nick Walsh will be the man in the middle on Sunday afternoon, assisted by Frank Connor and Daniel McFarlane. John Beaton will be on VAR duties, with Chris Graham as his assistant.
What is the team news ahead of the Old Firm derby?
Celtic will make a late call on in-form forward Daizen Maeda, who was spotted hobbling off the pitch in their recent 2-1 victory at Easter Road, however manager O’Neill claimed he’s making good progress and should be available for Sunday. Fellow striker Kelechi Iheanacho bagged the winner in Leith from the bench for his fourth goal in five games and is knocking on the door of a start.
For Rangers, left back Tuur Rommens could be making his long-awaited return to the starting XI after he suffered a quad injury. The Belgian, who has impressed since his move in January from Westerlo, came on as a substitute in the Hearts defeat. Fellow winter addition Ryan Naderi has also been declared fit after a spell on the sideline but the striker isn’t likely to start on Sunday.
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