After the Scottish Cup final in 2024, a former fan-favorite of Celtic couldn’t resist taking a dig at Rangers. Moussa Dembele, who had a successful two-year stint with Celtic and scored seven goals against Rangers during that time, made his feelings known on social media. Congratulating his old team on their well-deserved victory, Dembele slyly mentioned that he would rather not comment on Rangers. Now plying his trade for Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia under the management of Steven Gerrard, Dembele’s comment added an extra layer of spice to the already fiery rivalry between the two clubs.
On the other hand, the hero of the final, Adam Idah, described his last-minute winning goal in the Scottish Cup final as the pinnacle of his career so far. However, despite his success at Celtic, Idah remains uncertain about his future at the club. The Republic of Ireland internationalist, who joined Celtic from Norwich City in the January transfer window, credited his loan spell in Scotland for rejuvenating his career and expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support he has received from the Glasgow fans. With his contract at Norwich City running until 2028, the question remains whether Celtic will be willing to pay the £5m fee required to secure his services permanently.
The post-match reactions from both Dembele and Idah have stirred up speculation and intrigue amongst fans and pundits alike, adding an element of uncertainty to the future of both players in their respective clubs. The drama and excitement of the Scottish Cup final have undoubtedly left a lasting impact on the players and fans involved, setting the stage for what promises to be an eventful future for both Celtic and Rangers.
