Goals Breakdown
Goal – Author – Minute – Club
- 1-0 – Yang Hyun-jun – 19’ – Celtic
- 1-1 – Youssef Chermiti – 50’ – Rangers
- 1-2 – Youssef Chermiti – 59’ – Rangers
- 1-3 – Mikey Moore – 71’ – Rangers
Celtic’s Old Firm meeting with Rangers began with confidence from the home side, but ended in frustration as Rangers overturned the match with a ruthless second-half display to win 3-1 at Celtic Park.
The hosts struck first when Yang Hyun-jun found space inside the box and finished calmly in the 19th minute, rewarding Celtic’s strong opening spell. During the first half, Celtic controlled possession and tempo, limiting Rangers’ attacking threat and appearing comfortable at the interval.
The match shifted dramatically after the break. Rangers emerged with greater intensity and were level within minutes as Youssef Chermiti reacted quickest to score in the 50th minute. The equaliser unsettled Celtic, and Rangers exploited the momentum. Just nine minutes later, Chermiti struck again in the 59th minute, completing a swift turnaround and silencing the home crowd.
Celtic struggled to regain control as Rangers grew in confidence. Defensive gaps appeared, and pressure mounted on the hosts. The contest was effectively decided in the 71st minute when Mikey Moore finished clinically to make it 3-1, sealing a decisive Old Firm victory.
Statistically, the match reflected a tale of two halves. Celtic registered more possession overall, but Rangers were far more efficient after the interval, converting chances at a crucial stage. Rangers’ pressing and direct approach proved decisive against a Celtic side that failed to respond once behind.
The defeat intensifies scrutiny on Wilfried Nancy, whose side has now dropped further points in key fixtures. Questions remain over Celtic’s defensive organisation and second-half management, particularly in high-pressure matches.
For Rangers, the victory represents a statement result. The comeback underlines their resilience and keeps them firmly in the Scottish Premiership title conversation, while also delivering a psychologically important win in the season’s biggest derby.
