Is Rangers vs Celtic on TV? Glasgow derby kick-off time, live stream, channel, team news, referee & VAR

Celtic face Rangers for the first of two Glasgow derbies in the space of seven days.

The Scottish Premiership title race is heating up and Martin O’Neill knows that only a win will do to keep within touching distance of Hearts, and leapfrog their bitter rivals.

Three points for the Hoops would make O’Neill the first manager to win a Glasgow derby on his birthday and it is bound to be a thrilling prospect this weekend. With that, here is all you need to know about this mammoth game.

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Celtic fans celebrate at the final whistle during the Ladbrokes Premiership match between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox — Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images

What time does Rangers vs Celtic kick off?

Celtic make the short trip to Ibrox on Sunday 1 March. Kick-off is at 12pm GMT.

Sunday 1st March
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Is Rangers vs Celtic on TV?

Yes, Rangers vs Celtic will be on TV. You can watch the game live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football, where coverage will begin from 11am GMT.

It can also be streamed live on the Sky Go app or Now TV, while highlights will be available on Sky Sports’ YouTube channel shortly after full-time.

Celtic team news

One of Benjamin Arthur or Dane Murray will start at centre-back alongside Liam Scales as Auston Trusty is suspended for the clash.

Julian Araujo is still a doubt after he missed the win against Stuttgart in the Europa League. Colby Donovan and Anthony Ralston would be the obvious candidate to replace him.

Meanwhile, all eyes will be on who starts out of Viljami Sinisalo and Kasper Schmeichel after the former’s excellent performance in Germany.

Arne Engels, Alistair Johnston, Cameron Carter-Vickers and Jota all remain long-term absentees.

Is the title race officially over if Celtic lose this weekend?

Martin O'Neill, Interim Manager of Celtic reacts during the UEFA Europa League 2025/26 Knockout Play-off First Leg match between Celtic FC and VfB Stuttgart — Credit: Getty Images/ Charlie Crowhurst – UEFA

Who is the referee and VAR for Rangers vs Celtic?

John Beaton has been confirmed as the referee for the game at Ibrox.

David McGeachie and Calum Spence have been appointed as assistant referees to work alongside Beaton.

Steven McLean will operate VAR and Kevin Clancy is his assistant.

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