Peter Grant looks rattled with Rangers title talk after Derek McInnes heroics

Peter Grant seems rattled as Rangers are flying high.

The ex-Celtic midfielder had to witness the Gers win back-to-back Old Firm derbies in a dominant fashion before the international break.

Derek McInnes outclassed Martin O'Neill twice as the Hoops were knocked out of the Premier Sports Cup and saw their lead at the top of the William Hill Premiership diminish.

Celtic's failures at Ibrox and Parkhead have turned the mood on its head in Glasgow.

Only a few weeks ago, the Hoops were seen as favourites for the league title after a six-game winning streak, but the Light Blues have halted any premature talk of a title race.

Now that the shoe is on the other foot, fans in G40 don't seem too happy.

What Peter Grant has said about Rangers title chances

Rangers' win must have been hard for Celtic fans to digest given their history in the result over the last few years.

A clear shift of power is happening in Glasgow, with the Light Blues ready to take back the mantle in Scottish football.

No one is suggesting the Gers are guaranteed the league title, but Celtic's recent domestic and European form points to major issues at Parkhead.

It's not far-fetched to consider McInnes' team the favourites in the William Hill Premiership after witnessing the last two performances.

No one's handing out trophies right now, but the Govan side will have a chance to lift one before the end of the year if they reach the Premier Sports Cup final.

Speaking to the Daily Record on 25 September, Grant said, "That's the way people are talking, as if Rangers have won the championship already. So let's not be kidded.

"You'd have thought they were handing the trophy out on the weekend. There's a long time to go. And Celtic have to perform. There's no doubt of that."

Why Derek McInnes will be secretly pleased after Ryan Naderi disappointment

Ryan Naderi could've featured for the Czech Republic during the international break, but he ran into red tape.

The Germany-born striker has been a game-changer for McInnes in recent weeks, with supporters finally appreciating the work he puts in for the team.

In both Old Firm derbies, the former Hansa Rostock ace was pivotal to the Scottish manager's tactics, as the Gers put their rivals under severe pressure.

McInnes may secretly be happy that Naderi isn't putting in more work for his national side, where he would certainly have risked picking up an injury.