Adam Idah’s dramatic 90th-minute goal secures Scottish Cup victory
In a thrilling climax to the Scottish Cup final, Celtic completed a league and cup double as Adam Idah’s dramatic 90th-minute winner secured a 1-0 victory over arch-rivals Rangers at Hampden Park.
The match was a tense and nervy affair, with few clear-cut chances for either side. However, Idah capitalized on a rebound when Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland parried a powerful shot from Paulo Bernardo, allowing Idah to strike from six yards out. The goal sent the Celtic fans into a frenzy, creating a memorable moment for the green and white half of the stadium.
Despite having the better of the second half, Rangers were left stunned by Celtic’s late sucker punch. Earlier in the game, Rangers thought they had taken the lead through half-time substitute Abdallah Sima, who nudged the ball over the line from a James Tavernier corner. However, referee Nick Walsh, after consulting VAR and the pitch-side monitor, disallowed the goal due to a push on Celtic goalkeeper Joe Hart by Nicolas Raskin.
Celtic’s victory adds the Scottish Cup to their Premiership title, securing a league and cup double for the season. The win not only underlines Celtic’s dominance in Scottish football but also delivers a significant blow to their Old Firm rivals.
