- 14:40, Jonathan Gorrie: Celtic’s recent record against Rangers is ominous, with only one loss in the previous 11 derby matches.
- 14:24, Jonathan Gorrie: Rangers manager Philippe Clement discusses lineup decisions and injury concerns, stating that Ridvan Yangın will start despite limited training time.
- 14:21, Jonathan Gorrie: Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers shares his excitement for the occasion and confidence in the team’s performance, encouraging them to impose their style of play and create their own history.
- 15:03: Kickoff begins with a lively atmosphere and end-to-end action, as both teams compete fiercely.
- 15:04: Early on, Celtic dominates possession, while Rangers apply high pressing and force turnovers.
- 15:06: Rangers come close to scoring when Tomás Kalas intercepts a pass and plays a dangerous ball toward Alfredo Morelos, but Cameron Carter-Vickers clears the danger.
- 15:11: Goalless after 20 minutes, both teams display cautious play, focusing on defending and limiting mistakes.
- 15:24: Rangers threaten with a corner, resulting in a difficult shot saved comfortably by Celtic goalkeeper Conor Hazard.
- 15:34: The intensity rises as the game reaches the midpoint, with fouls becoming more frequent.
- 15:46: HALFTIME: No goals are scored in the first half, as defenses hold strong and attacks struggle to capitalize on opportunities.
- 16:03: Second half starts with substitutions on both sides, bringing fresher legs onto the pitch.
- 16:14: Rangers gain momentum with consecutive set pieces, pushing Celtic deep into their territory.
- 16:24: Callum McGregor delivers a pinpoint corner for Anthony Ralston, whose header narrowly misses the target.
- 16:34: Tempers flare as tackles fly, and referee Willie Collum issues yellow cards to balance out the aggression.
- 16:42: SUBSTITUTION: Odsonne Édouard replaces Leigh Griffiths for added attacking power.
- 16:51: GOALLINE TECHNOLOGY REVIEW: Rangers celebrate a goal, but the assistant referee disallows it due to a marginal offside call confirmed by VAR.
- 17:02: FULL TIME: Final whistle blows with no goals scored, sending the Scottish Cup final to EXTRA TIME.
- 17:13: Extra Time begins with both managers urging their teams to secure the elusive goal.
- 17:21: PENALTY MISS: Rangers striker Kyle Lafferty skyrockets his attempt over the bar, missing the opportunity to put Rangers ahead.
- 17:32: THE DECIDING MINUTE: Celtic wins a corner, and David Turnbull whips in a beautiful delivery. Nir Bitton leaps above everyone else to nod the ball into the bottom corner, breaking the deadlock and securing the win for Celtic.
- 17:35: FINAL WHISTLE: Celtic celebrates as the referee ends the match, completing a historic LEAGUE AND CUP DOUBLE.
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