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Pressure Mounts on Rangers' Rohl Ahead of Celtic Clash

3/4/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Rangers manager Danny Rohl faces pressure ahead of the Scottish Cup quarter-final against Celtic.
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton says Rohl needs the win more than Martin O'Neill.
The teams drew 2-2 in the Premiership, underscoring inconsistency this season.
The match will be played at Ibrox, with Don Robertson refereeing.
VAR will be used for the quarter-final following its crucial role in the recent league encounter.

History

Historical Context

The fierce rivalry between Celtic and Rangers has shaped Scottish football since the late 19th century. In 1990, Celtic's 2-1 victory in the Scottish Cup quarter-final intensified this competition. Both clubs have historically dominated the tournament, with Celtic winning 42 titles, the most in its history, while the introduction of VAR reflects ongoing changes in football governance.

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Story summary

Rangers manager Danny Rohl faces pressure ahead of the Scottish Cup quarter-final against Celtic.
Former Celtic striker Chris Sutton says Rohl needs the win more than Martin O'Neill.
The teams drew 2-2 in the Premiership, underscoring inconsistency this season.
The match will be played at Ibrox, with Don Robertson refereeing.
VAR will be used for the quarter-final following its crucial role in the recent league encounter.

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