Celtic remains two points clear despite recent struggles, says Durrant
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 6:06 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Ian Durrant asserts that Celtic is still the team to beat in the Scottish Premiership despite losing three straight matches, including two against Rangers. Currently, Celtic holds a two-point advantage at the top of the league. Durrant praised Rangers for their recent improvements but emphasized that they need experience and consistency to claim the top spot. Looking ahead, he noted the importance for Rangers to sustain their good form and continue chasing Celtic, who are the benchmark in the league.
- •Celtic lost three consecutive matches, including two derbies to Rangers.
- •Celtic sits two points ahead in the Scottish Premiership standings.
- •Ian Durrant remains optimistic about Rangers' potential.
- •Rangers need to improve to consider themselves top contenders.
- •Upcoming matches will be vital for both teams' season outcomes.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Rangers legend explains why Celtic still hold an advantage in title race
- 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — Celtic 'still the team to beat', insists Durrant
"Celtic remain the team to beat despite Rangers' back-to-back derby wins, according to Ian Durrant. Celtic have lost three straight matches in all competitions, including the two defeats by Rangers, but remain two points ahead of their rivals at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Durrant - who won 13 major honours as a player at Ibrox - is excited by Rangers' recent form, but says they still have work to do to be considered Scotland's top team.
"Celtic may have endured a bruising week, but Rangers legend Ian Durrant insists Martin O’Neill’s side remain the benchmark their rivals are chasing.Ryan Naderi of the Rangers celebrates scoring th...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 10:30 AMRangers legend explains why Celtic still hold an advantage in title race
Celtic may have endured a bruising week, but Rangers legend Ian Durrant insists Martin O’Neill’s side remain the benchmark their rivals are chasing.Ryan Naderi of the Rangers celebrates scoring th...
- Yahoo SportsSep 21, 2026, 6:06 PMCeltic 'still the team to beat', insists Durrant
Celtic remain the team to beat despite Rangers' back-to-back derby wins, according to Ian Durrant. Celtic have lost three straight matches in all competitions, including the two defeats by Rangers, but remain two points ahead of their rivals at the top of the Scottish Premiership. Durrant - who won 13 major honours as a player at Ibrox - is excited by Rangers' recent form, but says they still have work to do to be considered Scotland's top team.
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