Keith Jackson, a renowned sports commentator, has stirred the pot with his latest prediction for the Scottish Premiership season. He believes it would be a “disaster” if Rangers fail to secure second place, as he backs Celtic to clinch the league title once again.
The Gers, who were overtaken by their fierce rivals Celtic last season, saw their form plummet towards the end of the campaign. Despite Philippe Clement’s success in winning the League Cup in his debut season at Ibrox, the team’s overall performance, particularly against the Hoops, left fans disheartened.
In an interview with the Daily Record on Monday (29 July), Jackson said, “Celtic look like romping it this season. If Rangers don’t come second then it’ll constitute a disaster.” This statement underscores the high stakes for Rangers and their need to outperform not just Celtic but all other contenders in the league.
The big question is whether Rangers can dethrone Celtic and claim the Scottish Premiership title. Speculation is already rife that Clement’s job could be on the line if he fails to secure a victory over Celtic during the season. The Gers have managed to win only one league trophy in the past decade, with Celtic dominating 12 out of the last 13 campaigns. Their sole triumph came in the 2020/21 season, making the challenge ahead even more daunting.
Last season, despite being in contention for the Scottish Premiership and the Scottish Cup towards the end, Rangers supporters were left frustrated. Now, Clement faces the arduous task of proving his worth at Ibrox amid significant squad changes and ongoing transfer window activities.
For Rangers to surpass Celtic and seize the league title, they must achieve what they have done only once in the past 15 encounters – defeat Celtic. This season promises to be exceptionally tough for the Light Blues, exacerbated by redevelopment issues at Ibrox and Celtic’s continued success in pre-season matches.
Keith Jackson’s prediction sets the stage for a high-pressure season where Rangers must deliver to avoid what he terms a “disaster.” The coming months will reveal if Philippe Clement and his revamped squad can rise to the occasion and challenge Celtic’s dominance.
Source: Ibrox News
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