Kris Boyd, a former Rangers striker, has shared his thoughts on the current state of Scottish football, particularly the dynamics between Rangers and Celtic. Boyd believes that Rangers fans have been using the team’s European adventures as a way to “escape” the dominance of Celtic in domestic competitions.
Boyd noted that while Rangers’ European successes are a bonus, the ultimate goal for any Scottish club is to win domestic trophies, such as the Scottish Premiership title. He acknowledged that Celtic has been the dominant force in Scottish football for a period of time, and that Rangers fans may not publicly admit it, but they crave those domestic trophies.
The former striker’s comments come after Rangers’ recent defeat of Celtic in the Glasgow derby, which has added some excitement to the Scottish Premiership title race. However, Boyd’s remarks highlight the broader context of Scottish football, where Celtic’s dominance has been a consistent theme in recent years.
Celtic’s success has been marked by their record-breaking 119 trophies, including their recent League Cup final victory over Rangers. The Hoops are now on track to win another Treble, which would further cement their status as Scotland’s most successful club.
Boyd’s comments also touch on the psychological aspect of the rivalry between Rangers and Celtic. By using European competitions as a way to “escape” Celtic’s dominance, Rangers fans may be attempting to shift the focus away from their domestic struggles. However, Boyd’s remarks suggest that ultimately, domestic success is what truly matters in Scottish football.
The dynamics between Rangers and Celtic will continue to be a major storyline in Scottish football, with the two teams set to meet again in the Scottish Premiership after the split. The outcome of that match, as well as the rest of the season, will likely have a significant impact on the trajectory of both clubs.
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