Chris Sutton Fires Brutal Message to Rangers Boss After Post-Match Interview as Celtic Clinch Title
Former Celtic star and outspoken pundit Chris Sutton has never been one to shy away from a verbal jab, especially when it comes to Rangers. Following Celtic’s emphatic 5-0 victory over Dundee United on April 26, 2025, which secured their fourth consecutive Scottish Premiership title, Sutton didn’t hold back in delivering a stinging message to Rangers interim boss Barry Ferguson. The comments came in the wake of a post-match interview where Ferguson attempted to reflect on his team’s performance, only to be overshadowed by Celtic’s relentless dominance and Sutton’s razor-sharp critique.
Celtic’s title-clinching performance at Tannadice was nothing short of a masterclass. Nicolas Kuhn and Adam Idah each bagged a brace, while a Ryan Strain own goal completed the rout. The 5-0 thrashing was Celtic’s third consecutive five-goal haul, underlining their attacking prowess and unyielding hunger under Brendan Rodgers. This victory marked Celtic’s 55th league championship, drawing them level with Rangers’ historical tally, and their 13th title in 14 seasons—a testament to their stranglehold on Scottish football.
As Celtic fans erupted in celebration, the focus quickly shifted to Rangers, who had been comprehensively outclassed in the title race. Despite a rare 2-1 victory over Celtic at Parkhead earlier in March 2025, Rangers’ inconsistent form against the rest of the league ensured they never seriously challenged for the crown. This backdrop set the stage for Sutton’s latest broadside, sparked by Ferguson’s post-match comments after Rangers’ 3-1 defeat to St Mirren on the same day Celtic sealed the title.
Ferguson’s Post-Match Interview: A Spark for Sutton’s Wrath
In his post-match interview, Ferguson attempted to rally his squad, emphasizing the need to “build momentum” and praising the players’ effort despite the loss. He highlighted tactical adjustments made during the game and expressed optimism about Rangers’ future, particularly with the Scottish Cup final against Aberdeen looming. However, his remarks about Celtic’s title win were brief, acknowledging their consistency while focusing on his team’s need to “close the gap.”
Sutton, speaking on BBC 606 and later on Sky Sports Scotland, seized on Ferguson’s comments as evidence of a persistent delusion at Ibrox. “Rangers can talk about momentum all they want, but they’re chasing shadows,” Sutton declared. “Celtic are absolutely relentless, and this idea that Rangers are close to turning the corner is laughable. They’ve been outclassed again, and Ferguson’s post-match spin doesn’t change the fact that Celtic are in a different league—literally and figuratively.”
Sutton’s remarks were laced with his trademark sarcasm, as he referenced a viral exchange with fellow pundit Kris Boyd from 11 months prior. In that clip, Boyd had insisted Rangers were built on winning titles, to which Sutton retorted, “Not in recent times.” With Celtic now level on 55 championships, Sutton gleefully doubled down: “I said give it a year, and here we are. Celtic have matched Rangers’ tally, and they’re not stopping. Rangers need to wake up, because this Celtic side isn’t just winning—they’re humiliating the competition.”
