Old Firm in the cup final! – Celtic-Rangers free picks
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The biggest question in the Scottish FA Cup is whether Celtic or Rangers can double.
Celtic ended the 2023/24 Premiership season with a confident title win, having won all six of their last six games. One game remains in the season, and that is the cup final. But can Celtic do a double after league gold, or Rangers a double after the League Cup?
Two weeks ago, there was little doubt that Brendan Rodgers’ side would win, although 2-1 could be a close result. However, a first-half sending off for Lundstram meant Glasgow played a half with a man down and were already two goals down in the 38th minute. However, the home side dominated the game, with a 22-8 shots on goal statistic and the visitors only finding Joe Hart’s cage once.
Now, however, it’s a neutral pitch at Hampden Park and, judging by the recent match, it’s unlikely to be a peaceful game. Although only 5 penalty cards were awarded, there were 31 fouls at the Old Firm in May.
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The referee this time will be Nick Walsh, who has refereed cup finals involving the two giants. In 2023, Celtic won the League Cup 2-1, and the 33-year-old was the recipient of 10 yellow cards. This will be Walsh’s second derby this season, having refereed a 7+5 card at the end of December, so he is no stranger to carding a few.
Best free picks for Celtic-Rangers
Our thinking is similar to the last tournament, where we expect more Celtic cards. The end of this game could also be quite heated, so a red card for Walsh could also be a wise bet at odds above @3.00 at 22bet.