Rangers started the day in search of their first Scottish League Cup in over a decade but Michael Beale’s side slipped to a 2-1 defeat to arch rivals Celtic in a frantic Old Firm final to ensure their wait to lift the trophy continued.
A Kyogo Furuhashi double either side of half-time had Rangers staring at a derby defeat before Alfredo Morelos pulled a goal back just after the hour mark to set up a tense end to the match. However, they lacked a finishing touch in the closing stages to ensure Beale will have to wait a bit longer to capture his first piece of silverware.
Celtic displayed their class and experience under Ange Postecoglou. However, they rode their luck at times in the second half and Beale will be frustrated his side couldn’t complete a comeback and force extra-time, given the significant momentum shift following Morelos’ goal.
Here, GlasgowWorld rates how the Rangers players performed....
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9. Malik Tillman - 4/10
A pre-match injury concern and was annonymous at times. Caught on wrong side of Mooy in build up to second goal. Undoubtedly a huge talent but has often failed to impress against Celtic so far. | Getty Images
10. Fashion Sakala - 6/10
Lively down the right-hand side in first-half and found himself in behind Taylor on a few occasions. Should have scored at the back post early in second half after being sluggish to react to Kent’ initial effort. | Getty Images
11. Ryan Kent - 6/10
Not at his influential best but repeatedly drove at the Hoops backline. Came close to an equaliser as he struck the frame of the post. Late booking for tackle on Iwata. | Getty Images
12. Alfredo Morelos - 7/10
Work hard without the ball and neat close-range finish gave his team-mates hope of a comeback, display good striker’s instinct. | Getty Images