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Rangers secure Old Firm victory against Celtic, who suffer third straight defeat

Rangers defeated Celtic in the latest Old Firm derby, with Ryan Naderi scoring the winning goal. This marks Celtic's third consecutive loss, raising questions about the team's performance.

  • Ryan Naderi scored the winning goal for Rangers against Celtic.
  • The victory is Celtic's third straight defeat.
  • No visiting fans were permitted at this season's Glasgow derbies.

Rangers secured an Old Firm victory today, with Ryan Naderi scoring the decisive goal against Celtic. The winning goal, bundled in after a parried long-range effort from Kim Min-su, highlighted Rangers' superiority.

This defeat marks Celtic's third consecutive loss, prompting concerns about the team's standards. Manager Martin O’Neill made tactical changes during the match, including introducing Luke McCowan in midfield and altering the back five at half-time, but a clear plan reportedly failed to emerge.

Questions are being raised about key Celtic players, including captain Callum McGregor, Liam Scales, and Kieran Tierney, as well as the performance of their goalkeepers. The club's board, described as lacking footballing expertise, also faces scrutiny regarding potential changes.

The match was played without visiting fans, a measure in place for all Glasgow derbies this season. This meant Naderi's winning goal was met with silence from the stands, save for the Rangers bench and broadcast commentators.

Why this matters: The result blows open the title race in the Scottish Premiership and raises significant questions about Celtic's current form and future direction.

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