After the transfer window closed, who is in better shape—Celtic or Rangers?
ANDY NEWPORT: Since acquiring Oscar Cortes, Mohamed Diomande, and Fabio Silva a month ago, the Ibrox team is clearly in better shape. However, the supporters of the Rangers still believe they might have used another striker to put some serious pressure on a Celtic team that appears vulnerable following their lackluster campaign.
MICHAEL GANNON: Rangers performed admirably, but their inability to sign a striker could prove costly and absolve Celtic of responsibility for a disastrous window. The door is ajar because the Hoops left it open.
FRASER WILSON: Rangers’ three new additions compared to Celtic‘s two appear to indicate that the Ibrox side. However, I believed that both teams needed a goal scorer, and if Adam Idah can get out to a quick start, the Hoops will be difficult to stop. Considering the two teams, Celtic remains ahead even though they did not play in January.
Looking back over the course of the month, which elite team performed the best?
ANDY: While the Hibs have undoubtedly supported Nick Montgomery with their seven new acquisitions, I believe that Hearts’ decision to stick onto Lawrence Shankland may have been their finest move.Whoever manages the Dons will benefit greatly by Aberdeen keeping Bojan Miovski.
MICHAEL: Killie appeared in excellent condition, but Dundee had a really nice window. With the return of Owen Beck and the arrival of Micky Mellon, they might be aiming for Europe. Who knows about Hibs following a wave of new signings?
FRASER: With seven new players joining the squad, the Hibs have undoubtedly changed things up, but only time will tell how effective that has been. Dundee and Hearts have both brought a little amount of quality. However, Kilmarnock‘s acquisition of Kevin Van Veen resulted in a deadline-day sensation that might perhaps secure them a spot in the European Union.
Who would you pick to replace Neil Warnock in Aberdeen, and should he be a real contender?
ANDY: Only under the tightest understanding that it’s a temporary position to give Dave Cormack time to find a suitable, long-term position. The Pittodrie chairman must not make a mistake with this selection after making three poor choices before. If I were him, I would be seriously considering Airdrie player and boss Rhys McCabe.
MICHAEL: Without a doubt, Warnock would right the ship and bring something special to Scottish football. However, Aberdeen needs some sustained stability.
FRASER: I’m all for it because it’s difficult to resist having some Warnock in Scottish football, even for a little while.The wise old head has a good chance of getting the Dons into the top four. But in the long run? Aberdeen needs a manager with track record and enthusiasm. It would be fascinating to appoint Alex Neil.
The Scotland Six Nations campaign is about to commence, but how will Gregor Townsend’s team do this time around?
ANDY: To begin with, Scotland’s timetable is a headache. First up, Wales takes against France at Murrayfield, home of the tournament favorites, after Wales hasn’t defeated them there since 2002 at the Principality Stadium. Those games, in my opinion, could be problematic for Gregor Townsend’s injured team.
MICHAEL: While France and Ireland are unmatched, Scotland is in good form and can have a good campaign if we defeat England at Murrayfield and put an end to our protracted winless streak in Wales.
FRASER: The journey to Cardiff today will determine so much. Achieve the first victory in Wales in 22 years, and the Scots will be well-positioned for their home matches against England and France. If this side loses today, it might lead to a drawn-out, painful campaign for those who have been deceptive in the past.
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