Jeff Stelling sparked a lively debate in the world of Scottish football when he expressed his view that a Rangers vs Celtic showdown in the Scottish Cup final might not be in the best interest of the game in Scotland. This stance left Ally McCoist slightly puzzled following the semi-final matches.

The esteemed sports broadcaster pondered aloud why the Old Firm rivals don’t just face each other every week and dismiss the other competitions, considering it was quite predictable that they would reach the final.

The revelation that this year marked the first time both Celtic and Rangers made it to the Scottish Cup final since 2002 was met with disbelief from the duo. McCoist reacted by stating, “It’s amazing,” while Stelling remarked on the frequency of their earlier encounters knocking each other out before the final, deeming it unfavorable for the sport.

During a live discussion on talkSPORT, McCoist humorously responded to Stelling’s comment about English football fans pondering a Rangers vs Celtic final by stating, “Jeff, I have to inform you that we up here don’t give a monkey’s what English football fans think. Yesterday’s game was a good one, but the one on Saturday, what a game by the way.”

Despite Stelling’s reservations about the prospect of an Old Firm final, McCoist emphasized the significance of such a historic match-up, especially considering the long wait since their last face-off in the final. The excitement and anticipation surrounding this clash are palpable, promising an engaging spectacle for fans.

Recounting the semi-finals where Rangers comfortably defeated Hearts and Celtic had a nail-biting win against Aberdeen, paving the way for an intense showdown in the final. While Rangers aim to secure silverware and Celtic eye a double triumph, the outcome of the SPFL title could potentially enhance the stakes of the match.

Eager to redeem their past performances in Old Firm encounters this season, Philippe Clement’s Celtic are poised for a fierce battle against their rivals, setting the stage for a thrilling face-off at Hampden Park.