Paul Lambert outlines why there is a ‘massive gulf’ between Celtic and Rangers

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Celtic let their class show yesterday afternoon after dishing out a 3-0 drubbing to Rangers on what turned out to be a beautiful Sunday in Glasgow’s east end.

The Bhoys were truly dominant and Brendan Rodgers was quick to point out post-match that the best is yet to come from his side.

He stated: “There always has to be more. Our pressing has been really good, and it was again today. There are other aspects we will analyse where we will improve. It’s so early in the season, and there’s a lot more growth to come.”

With four Scottish Premiership games gone, Celtic sit at the top of the Scottish Premiership on goal difference, while Aberdeen lurk in second. Meanwhile, Rangers find themselves fourth in the table, five points behind.

Paul Lambert has offered his verdict on yesterday’s match and why the result crystallised the gap between Glasgow’s two top-flight teams at present.

Paul Lambert on the ‘gulf’ between Celtic and Rangers

Speaking to BBC Sport, Lambert believes there is a ‘massive gulf’ between Celtic and Rangers that has manifested itself tactically and technically, evidenced by Sunday’s outcome.

He explained: “I thought Celtic were really comfortable but played some really, really good football.

“There’s a massive pendulum swing towards Celtic at the minute, and there’s no way they’re going to let that go.

“I was actually shocked at (the gulf) because you expect Rangers to be strong. The non-negotiable in that game is you have to lay a marker down.

“Rangers never laid a glove. The recovery runs were poor. Tactically, I thought the defence played too deep. Celtic look more comfortable, dominant and you can tell there’s a massive gulf.”

Celtic continue to thrive on derby day

Coming off an unbeaten season against Rangers, Celtic have started the new calendar against their city rivals in imposing fashion.

However, the difference in the scoreline this time between this term and the last campaign against their city rivals is a noticeable indicator of where things stand right now.

The Bhoys didn’t defeat Rangers by more than a single goal last year, but they eased to victory yesterday while rarely being troubled.

Was that due to Celtic’s improvement as a side over the last few months or a decline regarding their nearest adversaries? I suspect it’s probably a bit of both, long may it continue!