Celtic once again reigned supreme in Glasgow as they emerged victorious over Rangers in a thrilling Scottish Cup final showdown on Saturday.

In a closely contested match, Celtic clinched a 1-0 win with a dramatic 90th-minute goal courtesy of Adam Idah, marking the Ibrox club’s fourth defeat to their arch-rivals this season.

Throughout these encounters, the coaching prowess of Michael Beale and Philippe Clement failed to outmatch the tactical brilliance of Brendan Rodgers, who led Celtic to an impressive Treble under Ange Postecoglou before returning to claim the league title and Scottish Cup.

Notable performances from Celtic players, notably Daizen Maeda, have left a lasting impact on the Glasgow derby matches this season. James McFadden, a former Scottish midfielder, emphasized Maeda’s dominance over Rangers’ James Tavernier, citing the winger’s consistent ability to unsettle the defender with his attacking prowess.

McFadden pointed out, “Every time they face off, Maeda spooks Tavernier. There are doubts about Tavernier’s defensive capabilities due to his focus on attacking play. Maeda consistently gives him a tough time.”

While Celtic faced challenges and criticism earlier in the season, including concerns over recruitment and squad adaptation under Rodgers, they demonstrated resilience when needed most, securing crucial victories and important silverware.

Looking ahead, the future appears bright for Celtic, with strong signs pointing towards an even more dominant display in the upcoming season, which could spell trouble for Rangers as they aim to reclaim the title.