Adam Idah’s dramatic last-minute strike earned Celtic a 1-0 win over Rangers in the 150th anniversary Scottish Gas Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park.
Gers striker Cyriel Dessers missed a couple of chances in a goalless first half before replacement Abdallah Sima had the ball in the net in the 59th minute, only for referee Nick Walsh to rule it out for a foul on Hoops keeper Joe Hart.
The Light Blues, energised by pacey substitutes, looked the more likely to get the breakthrough but when Ibrox keeper Jack Butland spilled a long-distance drive, substitute Idah, on loan from Norwich, swooped to knock in the winner.
Celtic won their third successive cinch Premiership title last week with the help of 10 points from 12 against their city rivals and while this was the first time Rangers had been the better side over 90 minutes, the Parkhead outfit still found a way to win and increase Brendan Rodgers’ remarkable record against Rangers – just one defeat in 18 Old Firm games in his two spells as Celtic boss, leaving Philippe Clement to ponder on how he changes things next season.
Here are the player ratings for those involved:
13. Matt O'Riley
The Dane has been one of Celtic's most proficient players of late but like his fellow midfielders, just could not get a grip on proceedings. Never shied away from getting involved in the run of play but this was derby to forget for the talented playmaker. 4 Photo: Jane Barlow
14. Mohamed Diomande
Rangers have got a really smart player on their hands here. The Ivorian is a warrior in the midfield and matured from the previous Old Firm match just a couple of weeks ago. Snapped into tackles, drove forward, passed the ball well and put in some testing corners. Didn't deserve to lose. 7 Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
15. Nicolas Raskin
The Belgian was given the nod ahead of John Lundstram and did himself justice with a terrier-like show alongside Mohamed Diomande. Blotted his copybook with act of recklessness by pushing Joe Hart for disallowed goal - the keeper was struggling to get the ball in any case. 5 Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
16. Todd Cantwell
The playmaker was one of the most sprightly and creative performers in first half. Became bogged down in midfield battle as the game wore on and his magic waned pretty quickly. Subbed for Scott Wright and was stupidly booked before leaving field of play. 5 Photo: Jane Barlow