Celtic have hit the 'crisis button' as Rangers told they must pounce after reset

Boyd believes Rangers can capitalise on Celtic's inconsistency during the international break, with the Ibrox side four points behind but unbeaten in 11 league games.

Kris Boyd has backed Rangers to close the gap on Celtic during the upcoming international break, insisting the Premiership title race remains wide open. Rangers sit four points behind the champions with a game in hand and have put together an impressive 11-match unbeaten run in the league.

Boyd, speaking at an event for Walking Football Scotland, believes Celtic are vulnerable despite their lead. He noted that the champions have shown signs of fragility and are heading into a difficult run of away fixtures against top-six rivals until the new year.

Former, former Celtic manager Martin has been rotating his squad and Boyd suggested the club is searching for balance, particularly with striker Kasper Hogh underperforming and wide players not meeting recent standards.

Rangers manager Derek McInnes, meanwhile, has steadied the ship after a difficult start to the season. Boyd expects the international break to provide both sides with a chance to reset, but believes Rangers' upcoming home fixtures against top teams could prove decisive in the title race.