Whilst Rangers are sweating on at least three of their midfielders, Celtic have the luxury of mixing it up if they so wish.
That’s unlikely though, with Ange Postecoglou having settled on a successful formula in the engine room. Aaron Mooy’s emergence as a regular may have come as a slight surprise, but the Aussie’s rise to prominence has seen Matt O’Riley kicking his heels on the bench. It would be something of a surprise if Mooy was relegated to a sub’s role at Hampden and will almost certainly make up the midfield trio alongside captain Callum McGregor and Reo Hatate.
Further forward, Daizen Meda scored last time out against Rangers, but his energy, oppositional discipline and sheer work rate means he’ll start on the left to force James Tavernier back the way. That means the only real spot for Jota is on the other flank. Liel Abada’s record against Rangers could tempt Postecoglou into starting him, but the Portuguese will likely get the nod.
