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McInnes demands more after delivering Rangers’ trophy chance

Derek McInnes knows there is room for improvement as he steers in-form Rangers to the Premier Sports Cup final with a 1-0 win over Aberdeen.

By Martin Dowden · BBC

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 10:40 PM

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Derek McInnes guided Rangers to a cup final but demanded improved performances and better decision-making from his team.
Ryan Naderi scored in the 83rd minute to secure a 1-0 win over Aberdeen at Hampden Park.
Rangers dominated the match with 74% possession and 25 total shots, but managed only five on target.

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Rangers manager Derek McInnes guided his team to the Scottish League Cup final after Ryan Naderi scored an 83rd-minute winner against Aberdeen at Hampden Park. Despite the victory extending Rangers' unbeaten run to 11 matches, McInnes demanded improved performances and sharper decision-making from his squad ahead of December's final.

Rangers dominated the semi-final with 74% possession and 25 shots, but registered only five on target. McInnes highlighted the ongoing need to provide higher-quality service to Naderi, who has scored eight goals this season while filling in for injured forwards Lawrence Shankland and Youssef Chermiti.

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