Early in the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership, after nine matchweeks, Celtic lead the table on 24 points while Rangers sit second on 20, but the runner-up race remains wide open amid fluctuating form across the division. Hearts, Dundee, St Johnstone, Dundee United, and Aberdeen occupy the next positions with records between 11 and 16 points, supported by recent results including Rangers’ 2-2 draw with Dundee, Aberdeen’s 3-1 win over St Mirren, and Kilmarnock’s victory over Motherwell. Celtic’s 7-1 thrashing of Hearts highlighted defensive vulnerabilities among title challengers, while inconsistent results from mid-table sides and the split into championship and relegation groups after 33 games sustain broad trader consensus. Upcoming fixtures and squad depth will shape which club secures second place behind the leaders.