There is no such thing as a let-up within the battle between Celtic and Aberdeen on the high of the Scottish Premiership and whereas the strain has eased at Rangers, is it time up for David Grey at Hibs?
Can Celtic see off decided Dons?
League titles must be earned and Celtic are being pushed all the way in which thus far this season by Aberdeen with either side solely dropping Premiership factors in opposition to one another.
The Hoops have been made to work for his or her victory at Kilmarnock on Sunday, with Brendan Rodgers fast to level out that was a recreation they could have misplaced final season.
They dominated RB Leipzig however have been pushed all the way in which by Kilmarnock as they confirmed their power and dedication to take the win, with Nicolas Kuhn as soon as once more proving his price this season.
Please use Chrome browser for a extra accessible video participant
Watch highlights from the Scottish Premiership match between Aberdeen and Dundee.
It was Celtic who ended Jimmy Thelin’s unbeaten run within the League Cup final weekend, however they bounced again in fashion in opposition to Dundee.
Sure, they wanted Dimitar Mitov’s penalty save to maintain them degree however they as soon as once more upped their degree to place one other three previous the Darkish Blues and had loads of different possibilities.
Brendan Rodgers’ aspect even have European soccer to deal with, whereas the Dons’ sole focus is on the Premiership and making an attempt to trigger a large shock this season.
Is the strain easing on Clement?
Please use Chrome browser for a extra accessible video participant
Rangers boss Philippe Clement says a number of of his gamers are nonetheless adjusting to balancing the midweek and weekend fixture record as they beat Hearts 1-0 at Ibrox.
Rangers knew solely a win would do in opposition to Hearts, nevertheless it was removed from a convincing show in opposition to the aspect sitting second backside of the desk.
After a hard-fought Europa League level in Greece and an early purpose in opposition to the Jambos there was optimism, however the positivity dropped as they didn’t stamp their authority on the sport.
They have been disjointed and the followers’ frustration was clear. The win ensures they didn’t drop additional behind within the title race, however 9 factors is lots to claw again in opposition to two groups in nice type.
Please use Chrome browser for a extra accessible video participant
Watch highlights from the Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Hearts.
Rangers are into the League Cup closing, performing properly in Europe and floor out that Premiership outcome which can have eased the strain on Philippe Clement a bit of.
However the performances might want to enhance if he’s to get the followers again onside and preserve some strain on the league’s high two.
Will Grey survive at Hibs?
Please use Chrome browser for a extra accessible video participant
Hibernian head coach David Grey has apologised to followers after their defeat to St Mirren and insists he can flip issues round regardless of only one win from 12 within the Scottish Premiership this season
It was one other weekend of disappointment for Hibs however as a substitute of conceding a late equaliser this time, they’d a late winner disallowed to go away them rooted to the foot of the desk.
The Easter Highway aspect have managed only one win this season with the strain mounting on head coach David Grey with every failure.
Please use Chrome browser for a extra accessible video participant
Watch highlights from the Scottish Premiership match between Hibs and St Mirren.
He’s vowing to work as arduous as he can for the crew till he’s advised in any other case and it’s important to marvel if time is working out for the membership’s Scottish Cup-winning captain.
The worldwide break is commonly welcomed by struggling groups as an opportunity to regroup and proper some wrongs, however it’s tough to see how he can flip this struggling squad round.
