Rangers, in pursuit of a treble, secured their spot in the Women’s Scottish Cup Final with a thrilling late victory over Celtic. The two powerhouses of Glasgow faced off for the fifth time this season in an electrifying Old Firm showdown at Hampden Park. The victor would go on to face either Spartans or Hearts in the highly anticipated final next month. Jo Wilson’s team had already hoisted one trophy this season, triumphing over the Hoops in the SWPL Cup.
Despite a nine-game unbeaten streak and a slight lead in the title race, Celtic were unable to overcome Rangers in this crucial match. The first half passed without any goals, leaving the crowd eagerly anticipating a breakthrough. In the end, it was Rangers who found the winning goal with just seven minutes remaining. A precise corner kick from Rachel Rowe found Chelsea Cornet, whose header landed perfectly into the net.
Kirsty Howat then added a second goal, securing the victory for Rangers and ending any hopes of a Celtic comeback. The 2-0 win was a well-deserved triumph for Rangers, who managed to overcome their rivals for the second time in a semi-final this season. This victory marked the end of Celtic’s dominance in the Women’s Scottish Cup, cementing Rangers’ place in the final and keeping their treble dreams alive.
