The Scottish Football Association (SFA) faced heavy criticism for an embarrassing spelling error discovered during the Scottish Cup semi-final clash between Celtic and Aberdeen at Hampden Park, prompting calls for a swift correction before Rangers take on Hearts.

Upcoming on Sunday, the Rangers are set to meet Steven Naismith’s squad in the Scottish Cup, with the winner advancing to face Celtic in the final.

In a thrilling encounter where Celtic emerged victorious on penalties following a 3-3 draw after extra time, attention shifted to a curious incident post-match.

After goalkeeper Joe Hart’s vital penalty save secured the win, a fan shared a snapshot from the big screen displaying the words “Scotthish Cup finalists,” drawing widespread criticism for the oversight. Fans reacted strongly to this unprofessional blunder, emphasizing the urgency for the SFA to rectify the mistake before the Rangers versus Hearts showdown.

As Rangers gear up to face Hearts, the recent form of the team in their past two matches in the league has been under scrutiny, with disappointing outings against Ross County and Dundee. Despite these setbacks, the Rangers’ spirited comeback in the Old Firm derby, salvaging a draw from a losing position, hints at their determination heading into the cup competition.

While the league title seems increasingly out of reach with Celtic leading, the Scottish Cup presents an opportunity for more silverware, with Rangers aiming to add to their League Cup triumph this season. Maintaining a positive record against Hearts since 2020, and buoyed by a resounding 5-0 victory earlier in the campaign, Philippe Clement’s team remains optimistic about their chances in the upcoming clash.

Heart of Midlothian, on the other hand, have showcased strong form recently with consecutive victories in the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) coupled with a prolific goal-scoring streak.

However, Rangers will look to use this cup tie as a springboard for their league campaign upon their return to SPFL action, hoping to close the gap on Celtic in the title race.

As anticipation builds for the showdown between Rangers and Hearts, the focus remains on which team will ultimately secure a spot as a “Scottish Cup finalist,” highlighting the stakes and excitement surrounding the competition.