Chris Sutton: Rangers Players Wouldn’t Make Celtic’s Bench
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton has delivered a scathing assessment of Rangers’ squad, claiming that none of their players would be good enough to make Celtic’s bench. Sutton’s comments come ahead of the highly anticipated Glasgow Derby between Celtic and Rangers, with the Hoops looking to maintain their dominance over their city rivals.
Sutton, who played for Celtic from 2000 to 2006, believes that Rangers’ players are not of the same caliber as those at Celtic. “Let’s face it, how many of the Rangers players would get in the Celtic side right now?” Sutton asked. “You’d be lucky if one or two of them make the bench.”
Sutton’s comments are likely to spark a heated debate between fans of the two clubs, but the former striker is unapologetic in his assessment. “Rangers are great at the big talk, but every Ibrox player knows they would be lucky to make Celtic’s bench,” he said.
The Glasgow Derby has always been a highly charged and intense encounter, and Sunday’s match promises to be no exception. Celtic are looking to maintain their dominance over Rangers, while the Gers are desperate to cause an upset and boost their morale.
Brendan Rodgers’ Motivation
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers will be looking to motivate his players to perform at their best on Sunday. Rodgers has a remarkable record in the Glasgow Derby, and he will be eager to maintain his team’s dominance over Rangers.
Sutton believes that Rodgers will be keen to make a statement on Sunday, and he expects Celtic to come out on top. “This is the chance to make a statement, to show who is boss in Glasgow,” Sutton said. “Celtic are the ones in pole position in the league, and they will be out to show why.”
Rangers’ Task
Rangers interim manager Barry Ferguson faces a daunting task on Sunday, as he looks to mastermind a victory over Celtic. Ferguson has been in charge of Rangers since February, and he is still searching for his first win over Celtic.
Sutton believes that Ferguson will set up his team to defend deep and try to catch Celtic on the counter-attack. “Ferguson will probably use his Fenerbahce away game plan, sitting in with a back three or five and trying to hit on the break,” Sutton said.
Celtic’s Selection Dilemma
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers faces a selection dilemma ahead of Sunday’s match, with several players vying for a starting spot. Sutton believes that Daizen Maeda will start up front, with Jota playing on the flank.
“Maeda’s form up front has been sensational,” Sutton said. “Fans have practically forgotten about Kyogo because he’s been so prolific. I’d expect him to be up front again on Sunday, and that would allow Jota to play on the flank.”
The Glasgow Derby promises to be an intense and thrilling encounter, with both teams eager to come out on top. Celtic will be looking to maintain their dominance over Rangers, while the Gers will be desperate to cause an upset and boost their morale.
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