Alious“Restless Times for Rangers and Celtic: Jeff Stelling Suggests Brendan Rodgers’ Exit, Alex Neil Highlights Shared Struggles”
Both Rangers and Celtic face pivotal matchdays in the Europa League this Thursday, with both clubs desperate for a much-needed victory.
Rangers, now under the management of Danny Rohl, are hoping to turn things around after a shaky start to their campaign, which began with the hiring of Russell Martin and an early series of disappointing results. A loss to Genk and another to Sturm Graz has left their league-phase hopes hanging in the balance as they head to Brann for a crucial clash.
Meanwhile, Celtic are also in turmoil, with protests from fans against the board and a disheartening 2-0 loss to Dundee further burying their title ambitions, leaving them trailing Hearts in the Premiership. They now face a must-win match against Sturm Graz after a defeat to Braga in their last European encounter.
Jeff Stelling’s Prediction on Brendan Rodgers’ Future at Celtic
Broadcasting legend Jeff Stelling has suggested that Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers could be considering a return to England at the end of this season. Stelling cited growing frustrations surrounding Celtic’s performances and the uncertainty over Rodgers’ contract, which expires at the conclusion of the 2025/26 season. He pointed out that Rodgers might be contemplating whether his time at Celtic is up, especially amid questions about the club’s recruitment strategy.
Rodgers himself voiced his disappointment after Celtic’s 2-0 loss to Dundee, admitting frustration over his team’s lack of attacking effectiveness. “We didn’t do enough with the ball,” he said, reflecting on the team’s failure to break down Dundee’s defense. “Their second goal was poor, and it’s becoming a recurring theme of our season.”
Alex Neil on the Shared Struggles of Rangers and Celtic
Former Hamilton manager and current Millwall boss, Alex Neil, observed that both Rangers and Celtic are dealing with similar issues at the moment—uncertainty and restlessness at the top. While both clubs have faced early season stumbles, Neil pointed to Hearts’ recent investment from Brighton’s Tony Bloom as a factor that might shift the balance in Scottish football.
Neil added, “Both of the big clubs seem restless at the moment, whether that’s due to boardroom issues or management concerns. It’ll be interesting to see how things unfold across the season.” He emphasized the importance of upcoming fixtures, including Celtic’s away game at Hearts and Rangers’ home match against Kilmarnock, where Rohl will aim for his first Premiership victory.
As the season continues, the spotlight will be on both Glasgow giants as they attempt to navigate these turbulent waters and avoid further slip-ups.
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