The time to judge Michael Beale at Rangers is now with Celtic in control | Ewan Murray

There is no reason to suspect Brendan Rodgers will fall short at Celtic, so Rangers have to keep pace with rebuilt sideAudible concern from Rangers supporters about elements of their team’s pre-season performances may not be relevant. Two years ago, an Ibrox defeat of Real Madrid fuelled giddy assertions that Rangers would retain the Scottish Premiership. Celtic, who had just hired Ange Postecoglou, appeared in turmoil...