John Hartson slams 'stupid' Rangers detractors but Celtic hero can't resist Premiership title reminder

John Hartson says he'd be making himself look stupid if he didn't give Rangers credit for their Europa League run.

But he insists Celtic are still the undisputed top dogs domestically as they get set for a title party on Saturday.

Ange Postecoglou 's Hoops have won the Premiership title against all odds and will feel delighted with their season having also banked the Premier Sports Cup.

Under normal circumstances Rangers would be mourning the loss of the title but feel they have bigger fish to fry.

Gio van Bronckhorst's team have a first European final since 2008 to look forward to while they also face Hearts at Hampden in the final of the Scottish Cup.

And Hartson feels those of a Celtic persuasion are making themselves look daft if they don't give credit where it's due for their rivals' remarkable European run.

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He said on Go Radio: "Whoever you support, whether it's Celtic or Rangers, you have to appreciate how well the other team does.

"Rangers have just reached the Europa League final. It's a brilliant achievement. No matter which way you want to weigh it up, to beat the teams they have beaten to get there, it's an outstanding achievement.

"If I don't say that, I make myself look stupid.

"Giov