Celtic travel to face Serie A league leaders AC Milan knowing they are out of the Europa League but with huge pressure on manager Neil Lennon. Another comprehensive defeat on the continental stage would only strengthen the voice of the growing number of fans who want the Northern Irishman replaced at he helm of the club.
For Rangers, they know a win over Standard Liege at Ibrox will take them into the knockout stages for the second year running. With it comes a financial boost plus the onus to try and go as far as possible in the tournament and help Scotland claim an automatic Champions League spot with competition from Turkey and Ukraine.
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5. Jullien's question to fans
Christopher Jullien has questioned Celtic fans over their protests and how he felt sorry for club stalwarts such as Scott Brown, Callum McGregor, Tom Rogic and James Forrest. He asked supporters: “How can you compare nine years of trophies against one month of losing? It’s not as though we’ve lost our main goal.” (The Scotsman) Photo: Ross MacDonald - SNS Group
6. Ross set to welcome back duo
Hibs are set to be boosted by the return of Paul Hanlon and Lewis Stevenson for the weekend’s match with Motherwell at Fir Park. Hanlon missed the Betfred Cup win over Dundee after an injury sustained in a draw with St Johnstone, while Steveson has been out since October with an ankle injury. (Evening News) Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
7. McGregor's Rangers future
Steven Gerrard has revealed Rangers are in no rush to make a decision on the future of Allan McGregor. The goalkeeper has been in fine form for the Ibrox side and with his contract expiring at the end of the season there are four options available to the Gers boss: “Does he play on? Do we offer him something to play on? Does he see himself going down the coaching road? Does he want a break from it?” (The Scotsman) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
8. Eddie How would be 'interested' in Celtic job
Eddie Howe would be “interested” in the Celtic job if it became available and he has the “pedigree” to take the role on, according to ex-England international Gabriel Agbonlahor. The former Villa ace, however, warned Howe of the fans’ demands for success. (Football Insider) Photo: Pool