Rangers face pressure as Celtic dominance widens

Rangers manager Russell Martin addresses the club’s trophy drought while Celtic extend their lead in the early season.

Rangers face pressure as Celtic dominance widens

Celtic sit four points ahead of Rangers after two rounds of the Scottish Premiership as Rangers drew 1-1 with Dundee, with James Tavernier converting a stoppage time penalty to secure a point. Celtic followed by beating Aberdeen 2-0 at Pittodrie, widening the gap. On BBC Radio Scotland, Martin spoke frankly about the trophy drought and the need to earn patience as the club builds a new identity after a long period without silverware. He emphasized that fans deserve a sense of connection with the club’s direction even as results lag.

Martin’s comments acknowledge the immediate pressure on a new Rangers era, while spotlighting the longer quest to close the gap with Celtic. The Glasgow rivalry remains a powerful backdrop that shapes expectations from supporters, journalists, and investors alike. Building a club identity could yield long term benefits, but it will be judged by trophies and consistency on the field. The season’s early results already test whether talk translates into results, and how the club balances ambition with the realities of a competitive league.

Highlights

The season will reveal whether language and strategy can finally align with trophies.