Celtic vs Rangers 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
Match Overview:
- Venue: Hampden Park, Glasgow
- Result: Celtic won by 1-0.
- Player of the Match: Adam Idah (Celtic) scored the decisive goal.
Match Summary:
First Half:
The match kicked off at Hampden Park, Glasgow, with both teams showing immense energy and determination. The first half was characterized by cautious play from both sides. Neither Celtic nor Rangers wanted to concede an early goal. The midfield battle was intense, with players from both teams pressing high and trying to win possession.
Rangers’ striker Cyriel Dessers had a couple of opportunities to break the deadlock but failed to find the net.
Celtic’s defense, led by Kristoffer Ajer, stood firm and denied Rangers any clear-cut chances. Both managers made tactical adjustments to gain an upper hand. Celtic’s manager, Ange Postecoglou, urged his team to maintain possession and build attacks patiently.
Half-Time Score:
The first half ended with the score 0-0, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
Second Half:
The teams returned to the pitch with renewed vigor, knowing that the Scottish Cup was within reach.
Celtic started the second half with more attacking intent. James Forrest and also Odsonne Edouard combined well on the wings.
Rangers’ defense, marshaled by Connor Goldson, held firm initially. In the 60th minute, Celtic thought they had broken the deadlock. Substitute Abdallah Sima slotted the ball past Rangers’ goalkeeper, Joe Hart, but the referee disallowed the goal due to a foul.
As the clock ticked down, both teams pushed for a winner. In the 89th minute, Celtic’s Adam Idah capitalized on a defensive error. He also pounced on a loose ball inside the box and fired it into the net.
The Hampden Park crowd erupted in celebration as Celtic took a 1-0 lead. In injury time, Rangers threw everything forward in search of an equalizer. Celtic’s goalkeeper, Vasilis Barkas, made a crucial save to deny Rangers.
Full-Time Whistle:
The referee blew the final whistle, and Celtic emerged victorious, winning the Scottish Cup.
Key Moments:
- Late Drama: Adam Idah’s goal in the final minutes sealed Celtic’s victory.
- Solid Defenses: Both teams defended well, also resulting in a low-scoring affair.
- Historic Rivalry: The Old Firm derby between Celtic and Rangers always delivers intense battles.
Head-to-Head
- Over the years, Celtic and Rangers have engaged in intense battles. Their head-to-head record reflects the passion and rivalry:
- Total Matches: 105
- Also Celtic Wins: 50
- Rangers Wins: 37
- Draws: 18
Memorable Encounters
- Highest Aggregate Score: 6 goals (Celtic 1 – 5 Rangers, 1960/1961)
- Also Highest Celtic Score: 6 goals (Celtic 6 – 2 Rangers, 1895/1896)
- Highest Rangers Score: 5 goals (Rangers 5 – 1 Celtic, 1960/1961)
