Celtic prepares to host Rangers in crucial Old Firm derby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Celtic is set to face Rangers in the second Old Firm derby within a week on September 18, 2026. The match comes after Celtic suffered back-to-back defeats against Rangers and Ferencvárosi, heightening pressure on the team. Celtic remains unbeaten in the league despite recent setbacks, and a win could restore their season momentum before the international break. Fans are expected to rally behind the team as visiting supporters are barred from the match due to league regulations.
- •Celtic lost 3-0 to Rangers in the recent League Cup match.
- •Celtic remains unbeaten in the league this season.
- •Home support will be a key factor, as visiting fans are barred.
- •Mika Baur received an international call-up and is expected to contribute significantly in midfield.
- •Celtic's lineup includes players like Viljami Sinisalo and Kieran Tierney.
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"Despite a blistering start to the campaign, back-to-back defeats against Rangers and Ferencvárosi have put Celtic under immense pressure ahead of hosting their bitter rivals in the second Old Firm de...
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