Naderi’s late goal sends Rangers into Premier Sports Cup final
Rangers beat Aberdeen 1-0 at Hampden Park to reach the Premier Sports Cup final, with Ryan Naderi scoring in the 83rd minute. The result ended Aberdeen’s stubborn resistance after Rangers increased the pressure following a subdued first half.
Aberdeen limited Rangers to one shot on target before the break, but goalkeeper Marius Müller and the defence faced repeated chances later on. Naderi redirected James Penrice’s effort for his eighth goal of the season; Rangers, unbeaten in 10 matches before the tie, will meet either Hearts or Hibernian in the final. Aberdeen were also missing five defenders through suspension or injury.
In short
- Naderi’s 83rd-minute goal sent Rangers into the cup final.
- Rangers beat Aberdeen 1-0 at Hampden Park.
- Rangers will face Hearts or Hibernian.
Explained simply
The Premier Sports Cup is a knockout competition in Scottish football, with the semi-finals deciding which teams reach the final. Hampden Park, in Glasgow, is Scotland’s national stadium and hosts the final stages of the tournament.
Rangers and Aberdeen are Scottish clubs that also compete in the domestic league. Rangers had gone 10 matches without defeat before the semi-final, while Aberdeen were without five defenders because of suspension or injury. The other semi-final is between Hearts and Hibernian, with its winner set to face Rangers in the final.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “Naderi breaks Aberdeen’s resistance as Rangers reach Premier Sports Cup final”.