Senior player axed for huge fixture: Celtic expected XI v Rangers

MIDFIELD

Scott Brown (Central-midfield) – Expected to play a huge role in the match, the 32-year-old captain of the side revels in these encounters and if he has a good game it certainly bodes well for a Hoops victory

Olivier Ntcham (Central-midfield) – Expected to start the game after being erroneously left on the bench in the last Old Firm game, his partnership with Scott Brown will be vital if the Hoops are to win the game

Kieran Tierney (Left-midfield) – Expected to be playing as both a winger and a defender, but with more emphasis on the attacking side of things, he could thrive when the Bhoys get a chance to hit on the break

Callum McGregor (Attacking-midfield) – Expected to replace 25-year-old senior player Tom Rogic in the Hoops side who could be axed, has the experience of playing in big games and has an excellent goal-scoring record against the Light Blues

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