{"id":23794,"date":"2026-02-26T21:28:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T21:28:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/2026\/02\/26\/moore-to-play-again-in-his-new-role-predicted-4-2-3-1-rangers-lineup-to-face-celtic\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T21:28:58","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T21:28:58","slug":"moore-to-play-again-in-his-new-role-predicted-4-2-3-1-rangers-lineup-to-face-celtic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpinitiate.com\/echo-test\/demo76e71539\/2026\/02\/26\/moore-to-play-again-in-his-new-role-predicted-4-2-3-1-rangers-lineup-to-face-celtic\/","title":{"rendered":"Moore To Play Again In His New Role? | Predicted 4-2-3-1 Rangers Lineup To Face Celtic"},"content":{"rendered":"
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League leaders Hearts received a boost in the title hunt when both Rangers<\/a> and Celtic dropped points in the previous gameweek. The Old Firm rivals will now clash heads on Sunday afternoon, with the second-placed Gers set to host the reigning Champions. The Jambos must be praying for a draw, as a win over Aberdeen would extend their lead in this three-horse Premiership race.<\/p>\n

Their previous Ibrox meeting ended in a stalemate back in August. The Hoops clinched a League Cup victory in the extra time against the ten-man Light Blues, but Danny Rohl\u2019s men avenged the defeat by scripting a 3-1 win at Parkhead earlier this year. The Celts have revived under Martin O\u2019Neill, yet the hosts remain favourites, given their stupendous home run under the German chief.<\/p>\n

Defence<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Unlike Kasper Schmeichel, Jack Butland has been a revelation in Rangers\u2019 goal. His presence between the sticks could frustrate Celtic<\/a>, as they have struggled for goals in recent outings.<\/p>\n

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GLASGOW, SCOTLAND \u2013 JANUARY 03: Youssef Chermiti of Rangers celebrates after he scores his team\u2019s second goal during the Premier League match between Celtic and Rangers at Celtic Park on January 03, 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol\/Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dujon Sterling has suffered another injury setback and is expected to be sidelined, having missed out on last weekend\u2019s Livingston fixture. Skipper James Tavernier should keep his place at right-back ahead of Max Aarons. However, John Souttar and Emmanuel Fernandez must once again feature as the central defensive pair, with Nasser Djiga set to deputise them in the heart of the backline. Tuur Rommens has replaced Jayden Meghoma on the left and should retain his starting status on Sunday lunchtime.<\/p>\n

Midfield<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Rohl has instantly deployed Tochi Chukwuani as a deep-lying playmaker alongside Nicolas Raskin. They must continue as the \u2018double pivot\u2019, with Mohamed Diomande losing the first-team spot to his former Nordsjaelland midfield partner. Connor Barron and Bailey Rice remain ruled out due to their long-term injury concerns.<\/p>\n

Mikey Moore looked sharp and effective as a \u2018number 10\u2019 against Livi. The on-loan Tottenham Hotspur teenager should get the nod over Thelo Aasgaard following his late equaliser at Almondvale. Djeidi Gassama and Andreas Skov Olsen must start from the flanks, but the likes of Nedim Bajrami and Oliver Antman might get involved at some point in the second half.<\/p>\n

Attack<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Despite being inconsistent up top, Youssef Chermiti has delivered on big occasions. Besides netting a brace against Celtic at Parkhead, the young Portuguese grabbed a hat-trick in their emphatic 4-2 win over Hearts. Ryan Naderi and Bojan Miovski are able alternatives who could be introduced as \u2018super subs\u2019.<\/p>\n

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