Celtic maul Rangers aftermath LIVE as Gio van Bronckhorst seeks answers after Premiership drubbing

It would be a bleak Sunday for Rangers even if the sun was splitting the sky, however, the current torrential downpour bouncing off windows and cars appears suitable mood music.

And boss Gio van Bronckhorst isn't short on problems on this dreary day, after he watched his side ripped to shreds by rivals Celtic. The five-point gap feels significant, even at this early stage, with the Premiership champions able to work at a pace their city rivals currently cannot match.

Rangers reached a Europa League Final by displaying guts and determination but a second capitulation at the home of their rivals inside seven months has left fans seriously unimpressed.

But there is no time for the Ibrox side to sulk because the big games keep coming. A first Champions League clash in 12 years is first up, as they head to Amsterdam to take on Ajax. Before they face Aberdeen in the Granite City on Saturday.

It's all smiles for Celtic fans, of course, and their supporters are buzzing ahead of the visit from Champions League holders Real Madrid. 21st century Hoops supporters can finally check off the biggest name from European elite bingo card. And they are convinced Ange Postecoglou 's are ready for a era-defining night.

Stick with us for all the fallout from the big one as we reflect on events at Parkhead, as well as looking ahead to the imminent blockbusters.

Gio Van Bronckhorst admits his players’ confidence will take a dent after the mauling.

Next up in the league is a gruelling trip to Aberdeen for Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off.

But first Rangers have to prepare for a tough match in Amsterdam on Wednesday.

We have lost five points but there is still a lot to play for with three games against Celtic.

Of course the result is not