Rangers defeat St Mirren, set to host Celtic in League Cup quarter-finals

Rangers will face off against their fierce rivals Celtic in the quarter-finals of the League Cup after defeating St Mirren, the current holders of the Premier Sports Cup. The match is scheduled to take place over the weekend of September 12-13, adding an exciting chapter to the already intense rivalry known as the Old Firm.

This matchup comes on the heels of a strong performance by Rangers, who recently secured a convincing 5-1 victory under their new manager, Derek McInnes. McInnes celebrated his first win at the helm, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling encounter against Celtic. The match was initially expected to occur at Celtic Park, but will now take place at Ibrox, adding to the home advantage for Rangers.

In other quarter-final matches, Stenhousemuir will host Hearts following their dramatic upset of Motherwell in extra time. Aberdeen will travel to Kilmarnock in an all-top-flight clash, while Ross County welcomes Hibernian to the Highlands. Kilmarnock was the first team to secure a place in the last eight after their victory over Ayr United, while Aberdeen and Ross County also recorded impressive wins to advance.

As the competition heats up, the Rangers-Celtic showdown stands out as a key moment in the tournament. Fans from both sides are eager for the match, which could have significant implications for the rest of the season. With both teams vying for supremacy, the outcome could influence momentum heading into the league's latter stages.