Rangers clinched the Scottish Premiership with a decisive victory last weekend, and former Celtic midfielder Greg Stewart wasted no time in voicing his disdain for the Old Firm rival's lingering title aspirations. In a post‑match interview, Stewart labeled Celtic's belief that they could still snatch the crown as "cheeky" and "out of touch".
Stewart, who spent two seasons at Celtic before moving to Rangers in the summer, said his comments were aimed at "setting the record straight" after weeks of speculation that Celtic might still mount a late surge. "We earned this title on the pitch, not on wishful thinking," he told reporters at Ibrox, adding that the club's focus now shifts to supporting manager Derek McInnes in the upcoming title‑express campaign for the next season.
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The former Celtic player also hinted at a broader narrative, suggesting that Celtic's recent form and injury woes make any claim to the championship unrealistic. He pointed to Rangers' unbeaten run of 12 matches and a goal difference advantage of 15 points as evidence that the title race is effectively over.
Rangers' manager Michael Beale praised Stewart's passion, noting that his former Celtic experience adds a unique perspective to the squad. "Greg knows what the Celtic camp thinks, and he's not shy about calling it out," Beale said. "His confidence fuels the team as we look ahead to defending the trophy."
Celtic, meanwhile, have not responded publicly to Stewart's remarks, focusing instead on their upcoming Europa League fixtures. The club's spokesperson declined to comment on the "cheeky" claim, emphasizing that the team remains committed to finishing the season strongly.
