Scott Sinclair looking forward to Rangers clash

The winger is filled with anticipation ahead of Sunday's Old Firm tie

Published 6th Mar 2018

Scott Sinclair is hoping for another successful trip to Ibrox in this Sunday's Old Firm clash.

The Celtic winger has been influential against the Govan side at home, at Hampden Park, and in three victories at the home of their city rivals.

He scored the winning goal in the Hogmanay clash at Ibrox in 2016 and also bagged one in the 5-1 win away in April 2017. The 28-year-old is now aiming to build on his record in the much-anticipated Premiership encounter.

"My first time at Ibrox was really good,'' he told Celtic View. "I set up Moussa (Dembele) for the first goal and then scored the winner in the second half to secure the three points, so it was a perfect way to close things off ahead of the winter break.

"You have to be able to thrive in all atmospheres, especially the ones where fans are trying to intimidate you.

"That's the whole point of playing football. You're not always going to be playing in front of fans who are all behind you.

"It's such a big game and for players, when we play in these games, we give it our all and enjoy the occasion.

"The opposition fans are going to give you stick and try and put you off your game, but in these kinds of games I stay focused and go out there and do what I do.

"It's a different feeling compared to having 60,000 Celtic fans behind you.

"They give you that lift to keep going and it's an incredible feeling having that kind of support behind you.

"Obviously when you go away from home to somewhere like Ibrox it's not like that.

"You have over 40,000 people against you and it's one of those things you need to enjoy dealing with.

"It's great for players to be involved in those games and come away with the three points.'