Celtic vs Rangers: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

The first trophy of the season is up for grabs as Celtic and Rangers meet in an Old Firm derby final of the Scottish League Cup this weekend.

The Gers are back to defend their crown after narrowly beating Aberdeen 1-0 in last season’s final and the record holders of the cup will be chasing a 29th triumph in this competition overall.

Meanwhile, Celtic have improved on last year’s shock second-round elimination at the hands of Kilmarnock as they look to get their hands on the trophy for the 22nd time in their history.

Both teams go into the game on the back of midweek draws in Europe. Brendan Rodgers’ side were held in Croatia by Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League on Tuesday, while Philippe Clement then watched his team battle to a 1-1 home draw with Tottenham in the Europa League on Thursday.

With the Hoops currently nine points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership, and Rangers still stuck behind Aberdeen in third, this final takes on added importance for both clubs with more than only silverware at stake.

Celtic vs Rangers date, kick-off time and venue

Celtic vs Rangers in the Premier Sports Cup final is scheduled for a 3:30pm GMT kick-off on Sunday December 15, 2024.

The match will take place at Hampden Park in Glasgow.

Where to watch Celtic vs Rangers

TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Premier Sports 1 with coverage beginning at 3pm GMT.

Live stream: Fans can also catch the contest live online via the Premier Sports Player app.

Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog.

Celtic vs Rangers team news

Odin Holm is expected to miss out for Celtic with a calf problem, but Alistair Johnson has declared himself fit despite a hip issue sustained in the goalless draw in Zagreb.

Rangers are set to be without centre-back John Souttar after he limped off against Tottenham, joining Tom Lawrence and Neraysho Kasanwirjo on the sidelines.

Midfielder Ianis Hagi and striker Danilo are available after being ineligible for the Europa League clash, though Hamza Igamane also appeared to suffer a knock after scoring against Tottenham.

Celtic vs Rangers prediction

Both sides are in great form heading into the final and that ought to set up some spectacle in the latest instalment of the Old Firm derby at Hampden.

Unbeaten in this fixture in six, including victory in the Scottish Cup final back in May, Celtic certainly have the advantage over Rangers and it’s difficult to look past them on Sunday.

Celtic to win, 2-0.

Celtic vs Rangers head to head (h2h) history and results

Celtic wins: 57

Draws: 23

Rangers wins: 41

Celtic vs Rangers match odds

Celtic FC to win: 8/13

Draw: 3/1

Rangers FC to win: 3/1

Odds via Betfair (subject to change).