WHEN these two sides meet, it’s always a fiery affair.
That sets the stage for a tasty double-header this week, as Rangers and Aberdeen go head-to-head twice in the space of six days.
That is, however, if everything goes to plan as the game could be under threat of postponement due to wild weather conditions.
Most of Scotland has been hit with snow and that could mean potential chaos for the Aberdeen squad who will be trying to get to and from Ibrox.
Six SPFL clashes have already been postponed tonight after failing pitch inspections this morning.
As things stand, there is nothing to suggest the game at Ibrox will in fact be called off.
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However, it will be one to monitor, but if there are no last-minute changes then it should be a fascinating game in Govan.
One team is firmly on the up, with Danny Rohl aiming to leapfrog Celtic for the first time since becoming Rangers boss, while the other arrives amid managerial turmoil.
Aberdeen travel to Ibrox with interim manager Peter Leven at the helm following the sacking of Jimmy Thelin by Pittodrie chiefs.
The Swede was shown the door after 18 months in charge, just eight months on from leading the Dons to Scottish Cup glory in May.
The Granite City club will now begin the search for a permanent successor, with Leven taking charge of first-team duties in the meantime.
He faces a tough test against Rohl’s resurgent Rangers side, who come into the clash on the back of Saturday’s Old Firm victory.
Rangers are now level on points with Celtic after wiping out their advantage in the title race and will move into second place if they secure at least a point against the Dons.
Rohl claimed his first derby win at the weekend and could move ahead of Celtic in the league for the first time with a positive result midweek.
He has yet to face Aberdeen since taking over in October, as this will be the sides’ first meeting of the season.
SunSport has all the details you need to know ahead of the big game.
What time is Rangers vs Aberdeen on
- Rangers vs Aberdeen takes place TONIGHT, January 6.
- The game kicks off at 8pm.
- It is being held at Ibrox.
What TV channel will it be on and can I live stream it?
- Rangers vs Aberdeen will be shown live on Sky Sports Football.
- Coverage begins at 7pm – an hour before kick-off.
- Sky customers can stream the game live via Sky Go or NowTV.
- BBC Sportsound will have live radio commentary.
- Alternatively, you can follow all the action through our live blog.
Team news
Rangers will remain without Nedim Bajrami, Oliver Antman, Derek Cornelius and Bailey Rice through injury.
Nasser Djiga is still away on international duty for Burkina Faso at AFCON.
Gers boss Rohl has confirmed Dujon Sterling’s availability after the defender’s horror car crash.
Aberdeen interim Leven will be without Kristers Tobers, Gavin Molloy and Adil Aouchiche who are all injured.
Lates odds
Rangers 4/7
Draw 14/5
Aberdeen 5/1
*Latest odds correct from Sky Bet as of Tuesday January 6.
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