Rangers boss Walter Smith is fully expecting Celtic to be fully fired up for this weekend's Old Firm clash at Ibrox. Smith knows Celtic will still be smarting from the first Old Firm derby of the season, which saw the Gers side romp to a 4-2 victory at Parkhead back.

He said: "Losing two games in a row is never a nice aspect.

"Celtic have shown in the latter stages of last season the pride they have in terms of being champions. Their desire to retain the championship was evident at the end of last season.

"Of course, they will be hurting a little bit and they will want to make amends for that game. We are aware of that situation."