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Round 36 of the Scottish Premiership season brings followers a busy five-match programme on Saturday, with the remaining game played in Glasgow on Sunday. We focus on the sixth Old Firm derby of the season as Celtic host Rangers on Sunday in a clash you can watch on TV and live streaming apps from noon. Which team will grab a win and finish on a high?
Back-to-back wins since the split have Celtic in the title race, with only Hearts above them in the table. Two defeats on the bounce mean Danny Rohl's Rangers are out of the running. The light blues started the weekend seven points off the pace set by Hearts, with only nine left to play for this month. Gers fans want to see their side damage the Hoops chances.
Celtic have hosted Rangers only once this season, with the visitors landing a stunning 3-1 victory. A repeat performance would move Hearts closer to the Premiership title, while a revenge win for Martin O'Neill's team would ensure this race goes down to the wire.
Keep reading for three Celtic v Rangers predictions from industry expert Frank Monkhouse.
Celtic v Rangers tips
Both teams to score @ 1/2 (bet365)
Celtic to score first @ 8/11 (bet365)
Moore to score or assist @ 6/4 (bet365)
Odds courtesy of bet365. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Both teams to score - Yes
My first prediction in Sunday's Old Firm derby at Celtic Park is for both teams to score. When taking this approach, you're not concerned with which team wins and who scores. As long as both the Hoops and Gers find the net at least once each, you'll boost your betting balance. You can add this wager to your weekend accumulators as a strong selection.
Why am I confident both teams will score in Glasgow's east end? The stats.
Checking the head-to-head available at Flashscore now shows a bet on both teams to score landed in each of the last two league meetings. Rangers won 3-1 at this venue in January, before the rivals gave fans a memorable four-goal draw in Govan. Given what's at stake, I expect more goals.
A bet on both teams to score landed when Rangers lost 2-1 at Tynecastle less than a week ago. It also paid out when losing 3-2 to Motherwell at Ibrox, and in a jaw-dropping 6-3 victory at the Falkirk Stadium. Going back further, BTTS would've boosted your balance in each of Rangers' last five games. Celtic know they must win, Rangers can afford to be adventurous.
Tip: Both teams to score @ 1/2 (bet365)
Bet explanation: Both Celtic and Rangers must score at least one goal each to ensure you make a profit from this bet.
Team to score first - Celtic
Moving to my second bet on Sunday afternoon, and we're backing the current Premiership champions to open the scoring. You don't need Celtic to beat Rangers, but you do want to see the Bhoys score to make it 1-0. That goal can come inside the opening 60 seconds or with the last kick of the ball. If the home team break the deadlock, you'll be cheering.
Let's focus on how Celtic have been performing in recent games. They scored first at Easter Road when beating Hibs 2-1 last time out. Celtic also netted the opener when Falkirk were in town late last month. Going back further, a bet on Celtic to score first paid out in each of their last five in all competitions. In a must-win game, I fancy Celtic to go on the attack early.
Switching to a fragile Rangers defence, it's worth noting that visitors conceded the first goal against Motherwell and Falkirk. In fact, they conceded the first two goals in those Premiership tests. Morale will be at rock bottom in the Blues' dressing room following that painful 2-1 loss to Hearts six days ago. Back Celtic to open the scoring against Rangers.
Tip: Celtic to score first @ 8/11 (bet365)
Bet explanation: If Celtic score to make it 1-0 on Sunday, your bet wins.
Score or assist - Moore
As is often the case when covering the biggest football matches and sports fixtures for Flashscore, I attempt to wrap things up with a winner at higher odds. In this instance, I'm pinning my hopes on Mikey Moore to score anytime in the match or provide an assist for a teammate. The Scottish Premiership Young Player of the Year will be eager to hurt Celtic.
On loan from Premier League giants Tottenham Hotspur for a season, Moore has already found the net at Dens Park, Rugby Park, Celtic Park, and Almondvale. The teenager was also on target when Kilmarnock and Aberdeen came to Ibrox. Having already helped the Gers win at this venue, and time running down on his time at Rangers, I'm happy to follow.
Celtic are higher in the table than Rangers. They also have more to play for here, but understand the importance of taking all three points to keep the pressure on Hearts. I expect O'Neill to instruct his team to go on the front foot, which will leave gaps for the underdogs to exploit on the counterattack. Moore has pace, skill, and an eye for goal.
Tip: Moore to score or assist @ 6/4 (bet365)
Bet explanation: If Mikey Moore scores against Celtic or provides an assist, you'll beat the bookies.
Celtic v Rangers odds
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