Celtic XI vs Rangers – Expected Lineup and Team Updates

Published On: March 8, 2026
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Celtic faces Rangers in the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox this Sunday, competing for a place in the semi-finals.

Celtic comes into the match sitting second in the Scottish Premiership with 58 points from 29 matches, achieving 18 wins, 4 draws, and 7 losses, with a goal difference of +22. They recently won 2–1 against Aberdeen and will meet Rangers for the second time in a week, after a 2–2 draw last weekend.

Celtic team news

Celtic will travel to Ibrox with several key players injured. Callum Osmand and Alistair Johnston are both out with hamstring injuries and expected to return later in March. Cameron Carter-Vickers and Jota are also unavailable due to long-term injuries.

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In midfield, Arne Engels is recovering from a thigh injury and will miss the match, along with Adam Montgomery, who is in the same situation.

Celtic predicted lineup

Possible Celtic starting XI: Sinisalo; Araujo, Arthur, Scales, Tierney; McGregor, Hatate; Tounekti, Nygren, Maeda; Cvancara.

When will the match kick off?

The kickoff is set for 1pm BST on Sunday, March 8th.

How to watch Rangers vs Celtic?

In the UK, fans can watch the match live on Premier Sports 1.

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