The Rangers 2-2 Celtic – Time for Some Definitive Ratings

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Reo Hatate scores at Ibrox

Reo Hatate scores at Ibrox. theRangers 2 Celtic 2. Sunday 1st March 2026. Photograph by Vagelis Georgariou

HAKUNA HATATE – 7/10 – I noted Thursday – Reo looked far more interested. I didn’t expect quite the engagement levels of today’s heroic rescue mission but thank Raijin – the Japanese God of thunder and lightning – for making Reo the one who caused the Zombies to once again be Raijin’… I’m here all week. He simply played football and sat in a pocket between lines that gave Calmac a foil and had his long-ball opponents wondering what all this incisive passing was about. Once again, I’ll say that this Reo is the title-winning, footballing, enthusiastic Reo we need. just keep him well away from penalties, please…

Sebastian Tounekti of Celtic celebrates

Sebastian Tounekti of Celtic celebrates his team’s second goal scored by teammate Reo Hatate (not pictured) during the Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox on March 01, 2026. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)

TUTANKHAMUN – 6/10 – Another fine benchwarmer input as TMJ looked excited to be there and relishing toasting some Zombies down his wing. Gave them a lot of problems. Will deserve a start.

James Forrest at Ibrox.

James Forrest at Ibrox. theRangers 2 Celtic 2. Sunday 1st March 2026. Photograph by Vagelis Georgariou

JAMESY – 6.5/10 – ‘Get it in there, Jamesy!’ Aw, hell, he’s pulled out again…No! He fakes it, then slips one past, glides towards the byline and pulls off the cutback cross of the game for Daizen’s header to be denied by a cheating Zombie hand, bringing about the penalty. A match-saving, ‘skelping, magical bit of veteran wingplay.

Marcelo Saracchi and James Forrest at Ibrox

Marcelo Saracchi and James Forrest at Ibrox. theRangers 2 Celtic 2.
Sunday 1st March 2026. Photograph by Vagelis Georgariou

SCRATCHY – N/A – The madman we required in the situation as KT faded.

Luke McCowan reacts

Luke McCowan reacts after missing a great chance. theRangers v Celtic. 1st March 2026. Photograph by Vagelis Georgariou

HIGHLAND TOFFEE – N/A – Lukeout! So, so close to being a goalscoring hero again but failed to catch right, or lift, his golden opportunity.

Sandman’s Definitive Ratings continue on the next page…

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About Author

The Celtic Star founder and editor David Faulds has edited numerous Celtic books over the past decade or so including several from Lisbon Lions, Willie Wallace, Tommy Gemmell and Jim Craig. Earliest Celtic memories include a win over East Fife at Celtic Park and the 4-1 League Cup loss to Partick Thistle as a 6 year old. Best game? Easy 4-2, 1979 when Ten Men Won the League. Email [email protected]

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