“KRIS BOYD AND CHRIS SUTTON SPARK OLD FIRM DRAMA WITH BRUTAL LIVE TV CLASH BEFORE CELTIC VS RANGERS”
The temperature ahead of Sunday’s Old Firm showdown between Celtic F.C. and Rangers F.C. exploded before a ball was even kicked after Kris Boyd and Chris Sutton clashed during a heated Sky Sports pre-match debate that quickly went viral across social media.
With kickoff scheduled for Eve on Sunday, both former strikers were discussing what many are calling one of the most unpredictable Old Firm clashes in years especially with Heart of Midlothian F.C. sitting above both Glasgow giants in a shocking title race twist.
During Sky Sports’ latest preview, Sutton stunned viewers by admitting Rangers looked stronger heading into the clash despite his long-standing Celtic ties. The former Celtic star claimed Rangers were in a “better position” and insisted many sensible observers would make them favourites due to Celtic’s inconsistency under manager Wilfried Nancy.
Sutton said:
“At this moment in time… Rangers are a more harmonious club.”
That instantly sparked a sharp reaction from Boyd.
The former Rangers striker fired back by insisting the pressure was entirely on both teams and warned that whoever loses could effectively be out of the title race.
Boyd said the game was now “must-win” territory for both clubs as they try to chase down Hearts.
He argued:
“Whoever loses it is out of it.”
Things became even more heated when Sutton revisited Rangers’ recent collapse against Hearts.
Earlier this week, Sutton brutally criticized Rangers captain James Tavernier after their painful defeat, claiming the defender had “a heart the size of a pea.”
That comment caused major controversy among Rangers supporters and pundits alike.
Boyd also publicly blasted Rangers following that defeat, questioning whether some players truly understand the expectations of representing the club after watching their title hopes collapse at Tynecastle.
Viewers immediately flooded social media with reactions.
Celtic fan @HoopsMad1888 posted: “Sutton absolutely cooked Boyd live on TV again. This man never misses.”
Rangers supporter @IbroxLoyal72 responded:
“Boyd is speaking facts. Sutton always tries to wind Rangers fans up before big games.”
Another user, @ScottishFitbaTalk, wrote: “This debate is more entertaining than half the games this season.”
Meanwhile, @GlasgowBlueArmy posted: “Boyd looked ready to explode when Sutton mentioned Tavernier again.”
Celtic supporter @ParadiseNoise added:
“Sutton backing Rangers then defending Celtic five minutes later shows how crazy this title race is.”
And in the middle of all this chaos, both sets of supporters revealed where their faith currently stands heading into the massive clash.
Many Celtic fans remain hopeful that manager Martain O’Neil can deliver a statement victory despite growing pressure after inconsistent performances some weeks ago.
Others admitted confidence is low.
User @BhoyFaithful wrote: “I still have faith Celtic can turn this around but one mistake and we’re finished.”
Rangers fans are also divided.
Some believe manager Danny Röhl can inspire a huge response.
Others fear their recent collapse against Hearts exposed serious mentality issues.
@GersForever1872 posted: “Faith is still there because it’s an Old Firm game but another collapse ends everything.”
Meanwhile, Hearts fans have been loving every second of the chaos.
After Hearts’ dramatic win over Rangers last weekend, they moved closer to a historic league title, leaving both Glasgow clubs under enormous pressure.
One Hearts supporter, @JamboDreams, posted: “Keep fighting each other while we win this league.”
That reaction quickly went viral among neutral supporters.
This season has completely changed the usual Old Firm narrative.
For decades, clashes between Celtic and Rangers were mostly about deciding which side would dominate Scotland.
Now, both clubs are fighting just to stay alive in a title race being led by Hearts.
Even Boyd admitted Hearts have changed everything.
He recently warned both Glasgow clubs that Hearts could become even stronger moving forward.
As kickoff approaches, pressure continues to rise on everyone involved.
For Celtic, defeat could push them closer to complete collapse.
For Rangers, another slip could officially end their fading title hopes.
And for Boyd and Sutton?
Their explosive Sky Sports showdown has already ensured the drama started long before kickoff.
Now fans are waiting to see whether the biggest battle happens on the pitch — or whether the pundits already stole the headlines.
