Barry Ferguson intolerable Callum McGregor demands

As anticipation builds for the doubtlessly title-deciding Glasgow derby this weekend, former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson has ignited controversy with his tactical advice on managing Celtic’s influential captain, Callum McGregor.

In a recent broadcast on Go Radio, Ferguson, who has great ride with 39 derby appearances, pinpointed McGregor as the linchpin in Celtic’s build up play. “He (McGregor) begins the attacks. They’re just little passes, but they’re essential passes,” Ferguson observed. 20th April 2024; Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland: Scottish Cup Football Semi Final, Aberdeen versus Celtic; Callum McGregor of Celtic

He counseled that Rangers need to follow severe pressure on McGregor, advising players to pressure him to play defensively and commit fouls if imperative to disrupt his rhythm. “Rangers want to make positive Callum McGregor is facing returned to Joe Hart each time he receives the ball. And if he does turn you, take a foul,” he stated.

Listen, we know how first of all and intense these games ought to get, but imploring one aspect to kick our captain off the pitch is not what a pundit need to be doing. You may want to argue all he is pronouncing is Callum have to be fouled, however what does that entail? Kicking, tackling and in the end hurting an opponent on purpose.

Celtic, almost again to full strength after a season marred by using injuries, ought to impervious their 1/3 consecutive league title with a victory, putting them six factors clear of Philippe Clement’s Rangers with solely two games remaining. On the other hand, a win for Rangers would level the points, placing the stage for a dramatic end to the season.

Let’s hope the recreation goes Celtic’s way and Callum McGregor isn’t concern to dirty tactics.