Glasgow Cup Final

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BILLY KIRKWOOD will take an under-18 squad to Broadwood tonight to take on Old Firm rivals Celtic in the final of the Glasgow Cup.

 

Billiy Kirkwood, Rangers and John McLaughlanThe showdown, which could not be played at the end of last season, will give fans of both clubs the chance to see the some of the country's best young talent in action as they bid to become the city's top side at this age level.

 

Rangers defeated Partick Thistle to book their place in the final while Queens Park suffered at the hands of the Hoops.

 

Murray Park kids including captain Danny Wilson (pictured), Jamie Ness and Archie Campbell will be joined by current under-17 players such as Max Wright and Gordon Dick in the Gers' squad.

 

And Kirkwood hopes his troops can rise to the challenge against John McLauglan's team and bring the magnificent trophy back to Auchenhowie.

 

He said: "This game is a historical one from last season.

 

"Because it is not being played until now it's effectively become an under-18 cup final although it is still our under-17 team from last season that will mainly be involved.

 

"Regardless it should be a fantastic occasion and the fact that Celtic have also reached the final will make it a bit special.

 

"Old Firm games at every level are always competitive and fans tend to come in high number to give their support so everyone is looking forward to the match.

 

"It's a good education for our young lads to be in a final and it's a beautiful trophy so we all hope we can get our hands on it on Thursday night."

 

Billy is excited by the number of players coming through the ranks at Murray Park with great potential and believes the Glasgow Cup final, which will be decided by penalty kicks if the sides are level after 90 minutes, will be the perfect stage for them to showcase their talents.

 

He said: "There will be a lot of international players on show for us at Broadwood and I Celtic will have the same.Grant Gallagher, Celtic and Danny Wilson, Rangers

 

"The game is a good opportunity for fans to come along and see some of the players that are coming through the ranks below the Reserves and under-19s.

 

"It should be a great game and fingers crossed we can bring another piece of silverware back to Murray Park."

 

Captain Danny Wilson is looking forward to leading his team out in a Old Firm Cup final.

 

He said: "It should be a great night and to face Celtic in a Cup Final will be a brilliant feeling.

 

"Hopefully we can win the game and all the boys are well up for it."

 

Tomorrow night's game at Broadwood will kick-off at 7.30pm