Celtic and Rangers to meet in Scottish Cup semi-final

Celtic will meet Rangers in a repeat of last season's William Hill Scottish Cup semi-final.

The William Hill Scottish Cup. Picture: SNS.

Following Celtic’s 4-1 victory over St Mirren in their quarter-final earlier in the day, the Old Firm were paired again when the draw was made for this year’s last-four matches.

Rangers, who had been 6-0 winners over Hamilton Accies in their quarter-final, emerged as victors over their Glasgow rivals after a penalty shootout in last year’s encounter.

Aberdeen, who defeated Partick Thistle 1-0 in their quarter-final tie at Pittodrie, will face the current holders, Hibernian, in the semi-finals.

THE DRAW:

Celtic v Rangers

Hibernian v Aberdeen

• The matches will be played on the weekend of 22-23 April