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Celtic & Rangers nicknames explained & meaning behind them

Why are Celtic known as the Bhoys? And why is Rangers' nickname the Teddy Bears? Goal brings you the answers

Celtic and Rangers can lay claim to being two of the most dominant clubs in world football, having controlled the Scottish domestic scene in a duopoly for virtually their whole existence.

Scotland’s two most popular clubs have gained a rivalry that few in world football can match, with their roots going deep and running strong.

One of the great traditions in football, of course, is the nickname, and over the years a few have become popularised for Glasgow’s biggest sides.