Rangers drawn against Celtic in Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals

Glasgow Rangers will host Old Firm rivals Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup quarterfinals following a 5-1 victory over St Mirren at Ibrox on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The draw for the last eight took place immediately after the match, pitting the two giants against each other in a tie to be played on the weekend of September 12 and 13.

The cup tie marks a significant early test for new Rangers manager Derek McInnes, whose team secured its first competitive win of the season at the fifth attempt. Rangers controlled the contest, with goals from Ryan Naderi, Vanja Dragojevic, James Penrice, Djeidi Gassama, and Ross McCausland. The victory was particularly welcome following a challenging start to the campaign that included draws against Dundee United and Jagiellonia, and a defeat to Hibernian.

Following the win, McInnes highlighted a tactical shift as a key factor, noting his team's improved control when employing a 4-3-3 formation. This setup, featuring a midfield trio, provided a better platform both in and out of possession compared to systems used in earlier matches. The performance also offered a promising debut for left back James Penrice, the new signing from AEK Athens on...