Kris Commons in Rangers salute but fears Bobby Madden 'incompetency' has long term implications

Impressed Kris Commons tribute to tireless Rangers' incredible efforts to sink Celtic and reach their first Scottish Cup Final since 2016.

But he was left miffed by "baffling" Bobby Madden's display which included not booking Ibrox enforcer John Lundstram despite a series of late tackles.

Commons believes Rangers manager Gio van Bronckhorst deserves kudos for his game management during a week in which his side also reached the last four of the Europa League.

The Dutchman entered the week knowing big wins were needed and the former Celtic star was left impressed with how Rangers outlasted their fierce rivals.

He told the Daily Mail: "What a phenomenal effort that was from Rangers at Hampden yesterday. It was a triumph not only of fitness, but of courage and sheer desire.

"Their determination to go the extra mile and find some extra reserves of energy and power was all the more impressive given what happened against Braga on Thursday night.

"To go the full distance of 120 minutes and win in extra-time says a lot about a team's attitude. To do it twice in a matter of days is truly remarkable.

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