Pat Bonner on BBC Scotland: "The sending off had a huge role to play, although Rangers did rally in the second half. "They had the chances to even win this game. "That summed a Celtic team under Martin O'Neill - high energy, everybody banging into tackles.

Celtic faced Rangers in the Scottish League Cup semi-final and the Old Firm derby lived up to expectations with one red card issued while one player narrowly avoided a sending off

Celtic seize late initiative in Scottish League Cup epicCeltic and Rangers rarely do half measures and Hampden witnessed a Scottish League Cup semi-final that swung like an old heavyweight bout.

Celtic interim manager Martin O'Neill on BBC Radio Scotland: "It was an incredible game. We were terrific and got the goal in front and got one disallowed for offside. "We were in command of the game and Rangers had a man sent off.

Celtic needed reassurance after a turbulent spell, adrift of Hearts and losing their rhythm. O’Neill offered clarity with his unveiling, saying he was merely “keeping the seat warm” as the club plots its next direction.