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.
13. Scott Arfield - 8
What a difference he made when came on. Not only did he score the equaliser, but he drove Rangers forward and helped them control midfield battle. 8 Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
14. Steven Davis - 7
Brought an element of calmness that was missing to the Rangers midfield. Clever, experienced performance. 7 Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
15. Glen Kamara - 5
Extra-time introduction to try and maintain stranglehold on midfield. 5 Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
16. Leon Balogun - 5
Replaced Barisic and helped repel a late Celtic comeback. 5 Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group