Chris Sutton Explains How Dundee v Rangers Postponement Could Detriment Celtic

Former Celtic hero and now pundit Chris Sutton believes that Rangers’ Game with Dundee getting postponed midweek could be of detriment to the Hoops.

The clash – which was initially due to take place before the March international break – was called off for the second time on Wednesday evening and rescheduled for a week later.

Because Dundee may have qualified for the top six by that point, it could play into Rangers’ hands, thinks Sutton. He believes that the Dee may not have the psychological motivation to perform to the best of their ability because they might have nothing to play for.

While Celtic could have the points in the bag and be four clear on Saturday night, this would in no way benefit them in the fight for the championship.

The Bhoys need all the help they can get from other teams and as well as the debate of top six qualification, Sutton thinks that moving the Game to a neutral venue – something which has been suggested – would raise a question of sporting integrity during a title race that is as tight as can be.

He said: [RecordSport] “It (the postponement) could actually turn out worse for Celtic.

“I know they have the possibility of going four points clear at the top of the table now and no guarantee Rangers will get this one done next midweek. But if it (the postponed Game) does take place on Wednesday and results go Dundee’s at the weekend, the pressure could be totally off them.

“They could already be assured of a top six place and rather than scrapping to get in, they might feel the hard work is done. There’s also talk of taking it to a neutral venue or behind closed doors but it goes back to the old sporting integrity line, doesn’t it?

“The whole situation is a mess.”