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Chris Sutton fires Celtic title fight warning as Hoops hero declares 'pressure on' in the battle with Rangers

Chris Sutton has insisted the title race is not yet over - despite Celtic's six-point lead over Rangers at the top of the Scottish Premiership.

The Light Blues' performance at Hampden on Sunday showed they still have what it takes to match their city rivals, as they edged their opponents 2-1 in extra-time of the Scottish Cup semi-final.

It was a result that ended Celtic's hopes of a remarkable Treble, but it could refocus Ange Postecoglou and his troops in their quest for a league win.

For Sutton, a Hoops hero, the pressure is on the current leaders and they will know they cannot afford to slip up.

Speaking on The Monday Club on BBC 5 Live Sport, he said: "It is a difficult one.

"I never thought it was over regardless.

"Celtic six points clear with a superior goal difference but I think they are so evenly matched and of course Rangers have to go to Celtic Park in a couple of weeks.

"They could beat Celtic and it is down to three. Celtic’s trip to Ross County next up. Not a great pitch.

"I thought Celtic missed [Giorgos] Giakoumakis and his physical presence. They couldn’t get up the pitch. I think Rangers played on that. I don’t know how long he is out for.

"I think that is a big deal Celtic getting him back. But the next game is so important.

"I still think there is a title race on.

"One thing I am totally sure of is the Celtic players and manager know there is a title race still on.

"They have worked their way into an incredible position.

"They are so close. It’s about getting over the line but the pressure is on."

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