Rangers eliminate Celtic with 3-0 win in Premier Sports Cup

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Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Rangers eliminate Celtic with 3-0 win in Premier Sports Cup
Summary

Rangers secured a 3-0 victory over Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on Saturday. Dan Neil led the scoring for Rangers, who dictated play for the duration of the match. The result provides Derek McInnes with his first major performance since taking over as manager. Celtic, managed by Martin O'Neill, failed to generate significant offensive pressure throughout the contest. Rangers now advance to the semi-final stage of the competition where they are scheduled to face Aberdeen. The defeat marks an abrupt exit for Celtic from the tournament.

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By the Numbers
  • Rangers recorded a 3-0 win over Celtic at Ibrox to reach the semi-finals.
  • Dan Neil scored for Rangers and earned recognition for his leadership in midfield.
  • Rangers will play Aberdeen in the next round of the competition.
  • The match saw six Rangers players make their Old Firm debuts in the starting lineup.
Latest Updates
  • 4:08 PMYahoo Sports'McInnes delivers togetherness & intensity in Old Firm gobsmacker'
  • 4:08 PMBBC Sport'McInnes delivers togetherness & intensity in Old Firm gobsmacker'
What they're saying
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BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English analyses Rangers' convincing Old Firm victory over Celtic at Ibrox.

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BBC Scotland's chief sportswriter Tom English analyses Rangers' convincing Old Firm victory over Celtic at Ibrox.

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