Rangers FC doubled their Scottish Premier League lead over Celtic FC to six points after a 2-1 win against Hibernian FC. Jean-Claude Darcheville struck late in the first half and substitute Nacho Novo added a second late on before Dean Shiels's consolation.

Celtic face troubled bottom team Gretna FC on Sunday. Dundee United FC took advantage of Hibs' loss by overcoming Motherwell FC 2-0 to move up into third, which carries a UEFA Cup berth.