It was widely anticipated beforehand that Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s men would struggle to produce another performance in such a demanding setting but they were deserving winners over a Celtic side who were subdued by comparison on the day.
Rangers’ victory was all the more impressive given they lost the opening goal of the match with Greg Taylor firing Celtic in front after 64 minutes.
Hoops defender Cameron Carter-Vickers hit the bar shortly afterwards when it looked easier to score – a moment which undoubtedly let Rangers off the hook.
However, the Govan side showed great resilience to score an equaliser with 12 minutes of the 90 remaining through substitute Scott Arfield and they were the stronger side in extra-time resulting in Carl Starfelt turning a cross from Calvin Bassey into his own net to seal the win.
Here are marks out of ten for each Rangers player involved in the semi-final triumph at Hampden.
5. Borna Barisic - 6
Not quite as dynamic as he was on Thursday against Braga but stood up to most of what Celtic threw at him. Came off injured in extra time. 6 Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
6. Ryan Jack - 6
Dominated the midfield battle in the first half, but fell away in the second period. Replaced by Steven Davis as fatigue set in. 6 Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
7. John Lundstram - 8
Struck the post in the first half. Gave Rangers ballast in the engine room and is flourishing right now. Taken off in extra time with the tank empty - a very strong display. 8 Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
8. Ryan Kent - 7
Saw so much of the ball but was unable to make much headway. Always a willing outlet, though. 7 Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group