Cole McKinnon realising lifelong Rangers 'dream' with Celtic derby as B team star rallies Ibrox crowd

Rangers teenager Cole McKinnon insists he’ll be realising a lifelong dream to play in an Old Firm at Ibrox this weekend - even if it's a B team derby.

David McCallum’s Lowland League side take on their city rivals in a second string encounter which is set to attract a bumper crowd with Gio van Bronckhorst ’s first team not in action until 24 hours later.

And midfielder McKinnon can’t wait to get a taste of the Ibrox atmosphere after switching from the reserves’ usual base in Dumbarton.

McKinnon said: “I can't wait. I’ve been a Rangers fan my whole life so it is a dream come true to play at Ibrox - especially to play in an Old Firm match.

“Ever since the game was scheduled we’ve been buzzing.

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“When we are playing at Dumbarton with fans there it is great so the extra numbers at Ibrox will make it even more exciting.”

McKinnon, 19, spent last season on loan at East Fife but has returned to be a steady performer for McCallum’s young Gers.

He is desperate to follow in the footsteps of fellow reserve stars Alex Lowry, Leon King and Charlie McCann, all of whom have had a taste of the top team after starring in the Lowland League.

“You need to be performing well to get invited to the first-team.