Rangers, founded in 2012 and based at Ibrox Stadium, remain the most familiar domestic reference point for Celtic supporters, even when the league table is less flattering than the fixture list suggests. Their recent honours give the current club its sharper edge: the 2020/2021 Premiership title and the 2021/2022 Scottish Cup sit within a total of four Premiership titles, three Scottish Cups and two League Cups.
The squad is a sizeable one, with 34 players and an average age of 24. Its market value is put at around £114.5m by Transfermarkt, a figure that speaks to resources rather than rhythm. The early-season numbers are plain enough: ninth in the Premiership with one point after two rounds of the 2026-27 campaign.
Their form has carried little momentum. Recent league results include a 1-2 home defeat to Hibernian, a 1-1 draw at Dundee United, a 5-2 win at Falkirk, and a 3-1 defeat at Celtic. They have tended to start with some intent, scoring the first goal inside 20 minutes in seven of 19 league matches, but the broader balance is uneven: at Ibrox they are averaging one goal scored and two conceded per match, while away from home they average one scored and one conceded.
The season has also taken them through the League Cup second round and the Europa League qualifying third round. For Celtic supporters, Rangers remain a major rival with significant resources, recent silverware, and a current league position that leaves them with ground to make up.
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⚔️ How they compare to Celtic
Celtic have the clear edge in the early comparison: first place, maximum points and a sharper attacking profile, especially away from home. Rangers' corner numbers show they can still apply pressure, but Celtic currently look more efficient in attack and far more secure at the back.
