Keith Jackson

Rangers thought their luck was in as Celtic looked to be heading out

The Scottish Government’s controversial new hate crime legislation came into force on Monday.

It has been a relentless period for the league leaders as the leagues goes into cold storage with the Hoops’ 10 points clear.

It may have meant nothing but it felt like everything on a galvanising night in Glasgow’s east end.

The Belgian boss might have something shiny in his hands when he returns to Mount Florida next month.

It’s almost as if he still feels the need to keep on apologising for jumping ship.

Rangers and their under fire manager got safely out of McDiarmid Park and that small victory will be enough to keep the blood lust in check for the time being.

Celtic still hope to convince Rodgers to return but Maresca is a strong plan B if he can’t be persuaded.

Our man spotted the influential agent who could become a key figure in the Parkhead gaffer’s future with Spurs circling.

The former Manchester United manager has thrown his name into the hat to replace Jim Goodwin.