Ally McCoist pinpoints 2 Celtic title threats as Rangers legend challenges 'erratic' champions to run top six gauntlet

Ally McCoist hasn't ruled out Celtic's "erratic" form resurfacing and giving Rangers a genuine shot at the title.

Defeat at Ross County and a draw against Dundee has seen the advantage shift back to the east end of Glasgow, with Brendan Rodgers' side three points clear having played the same number of games as their rivals. The final Old Firm showdown of the season takes place on May 11 at Celtic Park, with no away fans there and Philippe Clement's side having to win as things stand if they want to finish top of the Premiership pile.

But McCoist issued a reminder that not so long ago, it was the reigning champions dropping unexpected points. And with the Hoops set to face the five next best sides in the country, the Ibrox legend reckons it is far from a given that Celtic will take maximum points, especially with games against Kilmarnock and Hearts to come - the only two sides to have beaten them domestically this campaign.

"I genuinely do [think Rangers can win the title]," McCoist told Football Fancast. "They are second favourites make no mistake about it. But, you know, you look at it. Celtic's form up until recently was a little bit erratic too. Dropping points in places you wouldn't imagine them dropping points and it's now getting to the stage where it's against the top six.

"And so, the big question is - are Rangers capable of winning at Celtic Park? Yes, they are. Would it be very difficult? Yes, it would be very difficult but they're capable of doing it. Can Celtic drop other points? You better believe it. I mean, Kilmarnock have taken all sorts of points off Celtic this season, and Kilmarnock have taken points off Rangers. Hearts have taken points Celtic.

"So is Rangers dream still alive? You better believe it's still alive. They had the favourites tag maybe three weeks ago, they've lost that that's for sure, but it's still not beyond them."