26 Sep 2026 20:34:02
Now the dust has settled and we are in 'International games wanted to think about have we turned the corner now?
The "Yes" Argument: We have turned the cornerPhysical Dominance: We stopped treating them with too much respect. We completely outfought, outpressed, and outbullied them in midfield over both games. Big-Game Deliverers: The new signings aren't shrinking violets. Big performances from the summer recruits prove we now have players who thrive under derby pressure.
The Parkhead Hoodoo is Broken: Winning at Celtic Park with zero away fans is the ultimate psychological breakthrough. The mental barrier is completely gone. The "No" Argument: It's too early to celebrateCeltic's Meltdown: We caught them during a complete horror week.
We need to prove we can beat them when they are actually at their best, not just capitalizing on their dip in form.
Ultimately we know why we drop points. The "Bread and Butter" Test: Old Firm wins mean nothing if we drop points next week away to a rainy mid-table side playing a 10-man low block. That's where titles are lost. Squad Depth: Our high-energy style is brutal to maintain. One or two key injuries in the winter pile-up could still completely derail our momentum.
The Deciding Factor: What we need to see next 10-Game Winning Streak: We must ruthlessly dispatch the rest of the league to prove our consistency. A Solid "Plan B": We need to prove we can break down stubborn, defensive teams that refuse to come out and play against us.