Rangers vs Celtic Head-to-Head Stats and Form Comparison

When we look at the raw statistics, both teams appear to be in form, but applying the Strength of Schedule filter reveals a much clearer picture.

Both teams have faced similar levels of opposition (SoS: 43.4 vs 48.1), making the raw statistics a reliable basis for comparison.

Rangers holds the attacking edge with 1.6 goals per match versus Celtic's 1.1, though the gap is not insurmountable.

Defensively, Rangers is far superior, conceding just 0.9 goals per match with 7 clean sheets, while Celtic leaks 2.0 per match.

Rangers has not faced any elite-level opponents in their recent matches, making it difficult to assess their ceiling.

Celtic has not faced any elite-level opponents in their recent matches, making it difficult to assess their ceiling.

Rangers is a strong road team with a 67% away win rate, suggesting they can perform regardless of venue.

Based on the combined statistics, expect 2.8 total goals. Over 2.5 goals is the statistical lean, with both teams to score being unlikely.

Rangers emerges as the favorite in this matchup. With a stronger overall power rating (57.4 vs 35.2) and better performance against quality opposition, they should control the game. However, football always has room for surprises.

These teams have faced each other 3 times in their recent matches, adding extra spice to this rivalry. In the Scottish SWF Cup (2026-05-31), Celtic eliminated Rangers with a 0-1 result. Cup matches bring a unique intensity, and Celtic showed they can handle the pressure. Notably, Celtic achieved this result away from home, which is particularly impressive. Winning on the road against Rangers shows genuine quality and mental strength. The narrow 0-1 result shows how tight these encounters are. A single moment of quality or a tactical tweak could swing the next meeting either way. Rangers will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Celtic will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost. In their recent Scottish SWPL 1 match (2026-05-17), Rangers prevailed 4-0 against Celtic. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Rangers secured this victory at home, where they tend to be strongest. However, the next encounter could present a different challenge if the venue changes. The 4-0 scoreline was emphatic — Rangers completely dominated Celtic in that encounter, raising serious questions about Celtic's ability to compete at this level. Celtic will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Rangers will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost. In their recent Scottish SWPL 1 match (2026-04-06), Rangers prevailed 0-3 against Celtic. This result provides valuable insight into how these teams match up against each other. Notably, Rangers achieved this result away from home, which is particularly impressive. Winning on the road against Celtic shows genuine quality and mental strength. The 0-3 scoreline was emphatic — Rangers completely dominated Celtic in that encounter, raising serious questions about Celtic's ability to compete at this level. Celtic will be eager to avenge this defeat. The desire for revenge can be a powerful motivator, and they may come into the next meeting with extra determination. Rangers will carry a psychological advantage from this recent victory. Knowing you've beaten your opponent recently provides a significant confidence boost.