There’s a tidy scenario that would let us afford one more slip-up and still land the title, it all comes down to a particular chain of results elsewhere. Read on — it’s straightforward.
The simple permutation
Start with us beating Hearts while Celtic beat Hibs. That puts Hearts top on goal difference and Celtic second, with Rangers a point behind. If Hearts then draw at Motherwell and we take a point at Parkhead, the top three would remain essentially the same heading into the final games.
How the final weekend could play out
Next, imagine Hearts beat Falkirk and we see off Hibs while Celtic are held by Motherwell. That would leave Hearts a point clear and us a point ahead of Celtic. On the last day, if Celtic beat Hearts and we also win, Rangers finish top by a single point.
Why it’s believable and what it means
It’s believable because a few draws and wins across those fixtures keep the table tight. Fixture congestion, nerves and form swings mean results like this aren’t fantasy, they are the sort of permutations that actually decide titles.
For us it means staying sharp. One can accept a slip-up if the maths still works, but you don’t go in thinking you’ve got a safety net. Pressure shifts to Celtic too, if they have to chase results, that can change how they approach games.
A warning though
Don’t get carried away. These permutations are real, but they’re fragile. One unexpected result anywhere, and the arithmetic melts away. It’s much better to control what we can, winning our matches and keeping the pressure on.
Plus, relying on other results feels messy. Fans will talk it out, you’ll hear every permutation over a pint, but the simple truth is the squad must take responsibility. If we keep doing the basics right at Ibrox and away, the rest is noise.
How to play it
Keep things simple on the pitch. We don’t need fireworks every game, smart pressing at the right moments, quick transitions and control of tempo will do. A steady rhythm and clean defending minimises chances for slip-ups. That’s how you make permutations work in your favour.
Make no mistake, it’s about mentality. Players must be ready to grind out results when needed and then lift the level for the big days. If the collective keeps heads right and sticks to the plan, that one extra 'slip' becomes manageable rather than fatal.
So yes, it’s possible, but only if we keep our heads and keep winning when it matters.
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