As Rangers and Celtic prepare to face each other in the quarter-finals of the Scottish Cup, both Danny Rohl and Martin O’Neill have some fresh injury issues they’ll have to navigate.
Last weekend’s meeting at Ibrox proved to be a game of two halves as Kieran Tierney and Reo Hatate cancelled out a first half Youssef Chermiti brace. While the title race takes a back seat this weekend, the importance of Sunday’s cup clash cannot be understated as the loser risks having a trophyless season.
Rohl’s side didn’t play in midweek, giving them a slight advantage as Rangers have very little injury concerns, however Celtic’s trip to Aberdeen in midweek has given O’Neill some food for thought regarding the fitness of some of his key men. Here’s a look at the outs and doubts for Rangers vs Celtic in the Scottish Cup:
5. Kasper Schmeichel (Celtic) - DOUBT
The veteran stopper was ill for last week's Old Firm but is back in contention to start on Sunday. | Getty Images
6. Arne Engels (Celtic) - OUT
The Belgian's thigh strain will see him sidelined until later this month. | Getty Images
7. Alistair Johnston (Celtic) - OUT
Another who is set to return later this month as he recovers from his recurring hamstring issue. | Getty Images
8. Connor Barron (Rangers) - DOUBT
The midfielder has returned to training as he recovers from his January knee injury but the Scottish Cup fixture will likely be too soon for him to feature. | Getty Images