Rangers look to capitalize on Celtic's European commitments in title race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 9:20 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026

Rangers face St Johnstone at Ibrox on October 22, aiming to close a four-point gap on Celtic in the Scottish Premiership. Following a disappointing 2-2 draw against Dundee, where they surrendered a lead, the pressure is on Rangers to perform consistently. Celtic, meanwhile, will have to navigate their Europa League commitments, with a match against Celta Vigo slated for October 26. Former Rangers midfielder Kevin Thomson highlighted that Rangers’ lack of European fixtures could provide a crucial advantage in the title race. Success against St Johnstone would put Rangers one point behind Celtic ahead of their match against Hibernian on October 29.
- •Rangers collected 20 points from nine league matches this season.
- •St Johnstone match is vital for Rangers to close the gap on Celtic.
- •Celtic's upcoming Europa League fixtures could strain their league performance.
- •Rangers' recent form includes six wins in their last nine matches.
- 9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers Given Clear Warning Over Celtic Title Race: Can McInnes Exploit Their European Advantage?
"Rangers have little room for another domestic slip-up if they want to close the gap on Celtic in the Scottish Premiership. With no European fixtures to manage, Derek McInnes’ side have a clear advan...
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