Rangers and Celtic Clash in High-Stakes Scottish Cup Quarter-Final
The upcoming match between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox on March 8, 2026, carries significant implications as only one team will progress to the semi-finals of the Scottish Cup. This encounter marks the second installment of the Old Firm derby within a week, following a thrilling 2-2 draw in their previous Scottish Premiership meeting.
Celtic, boasting a record 42 Scottish Cup victories, will aim to leverage their historical success in the tournament. Meanwhile, Rangers, with 34 Scottish Cup wins and their last triumph in 2022, are determined to reclaim their status in this prestigious competition.
Both teams have shown impressive form leading up to this match. Celtic advanced to the quarter-finals after defeating Dundee FC and Auchinleck Talbot, while Rangers scored a remarkable 13 goals against Annan Athletic and Queen’s Park to secure their place.
The match is set to kick off at 1pm GMT and will be broadcast live in the UK on Premier Sports 1, with coverage beginning at 12pm GMT. An increased away following of 7,500 Celtic fans is expected to create an electric atmosphere at Ibrox.
Currently, Celtic sits just one point above Rangers in the league table, adding further intensity to this already fierce rivalry. The stakes are high as both teams seek not only victory in the cup but also to assert their dominance in Scottish football.
As the match approaches, fans are eager to see how the teams will perform under pressure. With the history of the Old Firm derby adding to the anticipation, this quarter-final promises to be a memorable encounter.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to team line-ups or strategies, but both sides are expected to field their strongest squads.
