Football NewsDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 18 Sept 2026
Baur: Celtic must win Rangers derby with fight, not flair
Celtic's new midfielder says mentality and energy — not beautiful football — are the only route past Rangers.
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What happened. Mika Baur has urged his Celtic team-mates to take the fight to Rangers in their upcoming league derby, insisting the game will be won on mentality and energy rather than attractive football. His call comes after three defeats in 24 days, including losses at Ibrox and to Ferencvaros, with 11 goals conceded.
- Baur says Celtic must win the duels and keep energy levels high
- Skipper Callum McGregor said it felt like defending with six players at Ibrox
- Celtic have lost three high-profile matches in 24 days
“We will not win it through beautiful football and nice plays.”
— Mika Baur
Celtic host Rangers tomorrow afternoon, with Martin O'Neill's side under pressure to show character after a torrid run.
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