Derek McInnes’ cup final record examined as Rangers prepare to face Hibs

Ibrox Noise examines manager Derek McInnes' cup final record as Rangers prepare to face Hibernian. McInnes reached a cup final in his first attempt with Rangers, marking his fifth career top-flight final after previously leading Aberdeen, St Johnstone, and other clubs. Writer Sam Groves notes that McInnes has won one of his four prior finals, lifting the League Cup with Aberdeen.

The writer argues that McInnes now faces higher expectations at Rangers compared to his previous clubs. Groves highlights that winning the upcoming final would earn Rangers their first silverware since Philippe Clement and grant McInnes breathing space, comparing the challenge to Walter Smith's historic domestic record of 11 trophies from 14 finals.