Scottish League Cup Highlights: Rangers and Celtic Triumph in Quarter-Finals

Scottish League Cup Quarter-Finals Overview

The recent fixtures in the Scottish League Cup have delivered gripping action as teams vie for a place in the quarter-finals. Rangers and Celtic emerged victorious, showcasing their prowess after previous setbacks in the Champions League.

Rangers' Impressive Comeback

Rangers bounced back from their Champions League disappointment by securing a 2-0 victory against St Johnstone. The breakthrough came from Cyriel Dessers, who exhibited stunning skill before striking the ball past the goalkeeper, a goal that was validated upon VAR review. The match concluded with Ross McCausland adding to their tally in added time.

Celtic's Dominance Over Hibernian

Celtic also had a successful outing, defeating Hibernian 3-1 with an early double from stand-in striker Daizen Maeda. After a brief response from Mykola Kuharevich of Hibs, Nicolas Kuhn extended Celtic’s lead, ultimately securing their passage to the next round.

Other Notable Matches

• Dundee United managed a narrow 1-0 win over St Mirren, with Ross Graham's first-half goal being decisive.
• Motherwell triumphed in extra time against Kilmarnock, with a solitary goal from substitute Moses Ebiye.
• Aberdeen struck late to overcome Queen's Park 1-0, with Topi Keskinen netting the winning goal.
• Dundee created a spectacle by thumping Airdrieonians 6-1, benefiting from a red card issued to Airdrie’s Dylan MacDonald.
• The Spartans upset the odds, defeating Premiership side Ross County 1-0, with Blair Henderson scoring the crucial goal.
• Falkirk progressed by knocking out Hearts with a 2-0 victory featuring goals from Ethan Ross and Dylan Tait.

Future of Scottish Football Broadcasting

Scottish football is set to feature prominently on Sky Sports, with an expanded offering of up to 60 Scottish Premiership games available from the 2024/25 season. Fans can follow the action through various channels and platforms including dedicated coverage on Sky Sports News and the Sky Sports digital app.

Conclusion

The Scottish League Cup continues to thrill fans with its competitive nature. The next round promises even more excitement as clubs from across Scotland seek to claim the prestigious title.

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