Rangers and Aberdeen compete in Premier Sports Cup semi-final

Rangers and Aberdeen faced each other in the first semi-final of the Premier Sports Cup at Hampden Park. Rangers entered the match in strong form, having secured three wins and two draws in their previous five fixtures.

Both teams implemented tactical changes for the fixture. Rangers made two changes to their lineup, including moving captain Dan Neil to the bench to accommodate Rommens at left back. Aberdeen made four changes following a recent defeat to Falkirk, with manager Robinson confirming that Cadden would be sidelined for six weeks.

The match saw early intensity, with Rangers applying consistent pressure in Aberdeen’s penalty area. An early injury occurred when Aberdeen’s Gyamfi was injured during a challenge with Rangers’ Kim, necessitating a substitution for Stuart Armstrong.