Decisive figure settles derby for Rangers at Celtic Park | OneFootball

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·20 September 2026

Decisive figure settles derby for Rangers at Celtic Park

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Ryan Naderi broke the game open in the 33rd minute with a cool rebound finish, giving Rangers a 1-0 win over Celtic at Celtic Park.

He gambled on the second ball after a parry and swept in from close range (33.). The strike steadied Rangers and put them in control of the key moments before the interval.


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After the restart he stayed busy on the break, darting down the right to flash a low cross that Kevin Kelsy just failed to convert (61.). He then battled on the goal line during a scramble as the Bhoys hung on (65.).

Naderi finished with four attempts, two on target, and nine touches in the box. He also won 11 possessions and eight aerial duels, a mix that kept the Hoops pinned back and turned long phases into territory for Rangers.

Because he attacked early balls and competed relentlessly in the air, Rangers could play forward quickly and keep Celtic's centre-backs uncomfortable. His movement and work rate ensured the visitors controlled the decisive transitions.

Rangers remain second on 16 points and host Kilmarnock next in the Premiership. The Bhoys visit Motherwell next.

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