Ally McCoist Offers Verdict on Rangers’ Chances Against Celtic
Rangers legend Ally McCoist has shared his thoughts on his former club’s prospects of challenging Celtic for the Scottish Premiership title and winning the League Cup final. McCoist’s assessment comes after Celtic’s convincing 4-1 victory over Hearts, which has left Rangers trailing in their wake.
In a recent interview with talkSPORT, McCoist acknowledged that Rangers face an uphill battle in their pursuit of Celtic. “I’m always positive. Yeah. And you never say never, but you’ve got to say the league looks far away from them, miles away from them,” he stated.
McCoist did, however, express optimism about Rangers’ chances in the League Cup final against Celtic. “Can they win it? Of course, they can. It’s a Rangers/Celtic game. Anything can happen, but they’ll certainly start as second favourites,” he noted.
McCoist’s comments are a candid reflection of the current state of affairs in Scottish football. Celtic’s dominance under Brendan Rodgers has left Rangers struggling to keep pace, and the League Cup final may be their best opportunity to salvage some silverware this season.
It is worth noting that McCoist has been a vocal admirer of Celtic’s performances this season, albeit through gritted teeth. His praise for the Hoops’ comeback victory over RB Leipzig last month was tinged with disappointment, and he has also expressed dismay at the prospect of international rapper Snoop Dogg investing in Celtic.
As the season wears on, McCoist’s emotions will likely continue to oscillate between hope and despair. One thing is certain, however: the League Cup final between Rangers and Celtic promises to be a thrilling encounter.