Godwin ObajeRangers Urged to Show Respect with Guard of Honour for Celtic
As Celtic edge closer to securing the Scottish Premiership title, the debate around the tradition of a guard of honour has resurfaced. With the Glasgow derby looming at Ibrox on May 4, Rangers fans and pundits are divided on whether the team should show respect to Celtic players by forming a guard of honour.
Keith Jackson, a Daily Record Hotline Live contributor, believes that Rangers taking the moral high ground by observing the gesture could be a classy move. “Maybe in many ways, Rangers might take some sort of moral high ground if they did stand either side of the tunnel and applaud Celtic,” Jackson suggested.
The discussion comes as Celtic, 15 points clear with five games to play, are on the brink of clinching their fourth successive league title. While Celtic’s recent form has been strong, Rangers’ inconsistent performances have raised questions about their ability to stop their arch-rivals from lifting the trophy.
The idea of a guard of honour has sparked intense debate among fans and pundits, with some arguing it’s a matter of respect and sportsmanship, while others see it as a gesture of subservience. As the Glasgow derby approaches, the conversation around this tradition will only intensify.
Rangers’ decision on whether to form a guard of honour will be closely watched, and their actions will be subject to scrutiny. Will they choose to show respect to their arch-rivals, or will they opt for a more competitive approach? The world will be watching as these two Scottish giants clash at Ibrox.
Godwin Obaje
