Chris Sutton and Kris Boyd have reached a unanimous verdict in their prediction of the Rangers vs Celtic clash in the Scottish Cup.
Rangers hosted Celtic in the Scottish Premiership last weekend and failed to capitalise on a two-goal lead, courtesy of Youssef Chermiti’s strikes.
They allowed the Hoops to claw their way back into the game, and the Old Firm derby ended 2-2.
Now, the two arch rivals are set to go at it once again at Ibrox, in the quarter-final of the Scottish Cup.
Kris Boyd expects Rangers vs Celtic to go to penalties
Sutton and Boyd both believe that home advantage will play a key role in the cup tie.
Despite Rangers not having the momentum after the weekend’s draw, the duo predict them to get the job done against their arch rivals.
However, Boyd does not see them getting the job done in regulation time, while Sutton expects them to, but believes it will be a close game.
Sutton told The Warm-Up: “I think Rangers may just edge it.”
When Boyd gave his predictions, he said: “I think Rangers will beat Celtic in penalty kicks. There we go.”
Why Danny Rohl finds himself in a must-win situation at Rangers
Danny Rohl has done wonders since he took over as nobody expected the Gers to get back into the title race.
However, their recent performances and results, coupled with Rohl’s substitutions and team selections, have left a sour taste in the mouths of fans.
While they do not want him sacked, they want to see more innovation from the German as the standards are high at Ibrox.
This Sunday’s game gives Rohl a perfect chance to get the fans back on board, and that momentum will carry them on for the rest of the season.
If Rangers win, not only will they be the favourites to win the Scottish Cup, the manager’s first title in Scotland, but also give them the psychological edge over Celtic going into the split.
As the Light Blues are still to face Hearts and Celtic in the league, things remain in their hands, but they need to win the Old Firm this weekend to bring back the momentum.
