Michael Beale was in the Rangers dug-out the last time they won a league game against Celtic.
And it was a victory against the odds with Steven Gerrard and some key players ruled out with coronavirus >Covid as Filip Helander scored the only goal in the fixture at Ibrox early last season.
The same is required again as the champions arrive at the home of their rivals as big favourites and boasting a nine point lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership. It's pretty much a title eliminator and after four wins in a row as Rangers boss it's a chance for Beale to really show his managerial credentials.
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Alfredo Morelos is set to bounce back from a minor injury for the hosts but Anthony Ralston and Sead Haksabanovic will miss out for the Hoops. Subplots, drama and everything in-between will no doubt erupt in what is one of the game's hottest and most fierce derbies.
Rangers also have their own injury problems. Michael Beale faces a tough decision over who will lead the line with Alfredo Morelos and Antonio Colak yet to return to peak fitness.
We have all the information you need on how to watch the mouthwatering action from Govan.
When and where will the game take place?
The match is at Ibrox on Monday, January 2 and kick-off is at 12.30pm.
What channel is it on?
The match is being broadcast on Sky Sports Ultra, Main Event, Football and via Sky Go Extra. The coverage begins at 11:30am – an hour before the action begins – and doesn’t end until just before 3pm as the panel dissects the football and the reaction.
Will there be a live stream?
Sky subscribers within the UK and Ireland are able to access the game through the Sky Go app. While you can purchase a Now TV day pass.
Betting odds?
- Rangers 2/1
- Draw 5/2
- Celtic 6/5
A McLean bookmakers
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