Paul Lambert has weighed in on a longstanding debate in Scottish football, asserting that not a single Rangers player would make it into Celtic’s current squad. As Celtic maintain a commanding nine-point lead over Rangers, Lambert highlighted the disparity in quality and performance between the two teams this season.
Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic squad has been in dominant form, dropping points only once this season in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Aberdeen at Parkhead. In contrast, Rangers are struggling under manager Philippe Clement, with mounting criticism and pressure on the club’s poor performances. Where Clement has faltered, Rodgers has thrived, effectively rotating his squad and incorporating fringe players like Yang Hyun-jun and Luis Palma, which emphasizes the depth and flexibility at his disposal.
Lambert, speaking on the Warm-Up show, dismissed any suggestion that a Rangers player could compete for a spot in Celtic’s team, emphasizing the gulf in class. “I don’t think there’s one Rangers player, not one, who would make the Celtic team,” Lambert stated. He attributed this to Celtic’s comprehensive superiority, both on the field and in club management, pointing to Rodgers’ successful summer squad building as a key factor.
The former Celtic captain’s remarks echo similar sentiments from other Celtic legends, including Chris Sutton, who recently criticized Clement’s decisions. This season has intensified the conversation around Celtic’s strength and Rangers’ inability to match their rivals, with Celtic’s consistent success on the pitch leaving little room for debate.
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