Who is the new Celtic manager for the Rangers match?

Wilfried Nancy is the new Celtic manager and this is his first Glasgow derby.

What changes has Celtic made for the Rangers game?

Celtic has made three changes to their starting lineup for the match against Rangers.

Has Celtic signed any new players for the derby?

Yes, Julián Araujo has joined Celtic on loan from Bournemouth and is available as a substitute.

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Celtic vs. Rangers: Three Changes for Nancy's First Derby

3 Jan

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Summary

Wilfried Nancy makes first Glasgow derby as Celtic manager.
Three changes made to Celtic's starting lineup for the match.
Julián Araujo joins Celtic on loan from Bournemouth, listed as a substitute.

Celtic vs. Rangers: Three Changes for Nancy's First Derby

Celtic is preparing for their first match of 2026 this afternoon at Celtic Park, facing Rangers in a highly anticipated derby. This game marks Wilfried Nancy's debut as the Celtic manager in a Glasgow derby, a significant milestone in his tenure.

Nancy has opted to make three alterations to the starting eleven from the team that played at Fir Park on Tuesday. Arne Engels, Luke McCowan, and Johnny Kenny are brought back into the starting lineup. Conversely, Liam Scales, Paulo Bernardo, and Reo Hatate have been named as substitutes for the match.

Adding to the team's options, Julián Araujo has arrived on loan from Bournemouth until the end of the season and is included on the bench. The kick-off is scheduled for 12:30 PM, with all the match action available to follow on the Official Match Centre.