This weekend features the second round of the Premier Sports Cup, with Celtic hosting promoted Falkirk. Other matchups include Alloa Athletic visiting Rangers, Ayr United playing Partick Thistle, and Aberdeen facing Greenock Morton. Falkirk previously challenged Celtic well during their last meeting. Manager John McGlynn is optimistic about his team's performance, while Derek McInnes of Hearts targets silverware this season, indicating aspirations for success in the competition. Several intriguing matchups highlight this round, as teams compete for advancement in the tournament.
The last time Falkirk went to Celtic Park, they were 2-1 up at half-time after goals from Ross MacIver and Finn Yeats before Celtic rallied with two goals each from Adam Idah and Nicolas Kuhn to win 5-3.
John McGlynn referenced the confidence gained from their last encounter at Celtic Park, emphasizing an intention to take chances and pursue a strong performance against Celtic.
Derek McInnes expressed a clear aim of targeting silverware in his inaugural season with Hearts and acknowledged the team's historical lack of success in the competition.
Ayr United's match against Partick Thistle and Aberdeen's away game against Greenock Morton are among the other notable fixtures in the second round of the Premier Sports Cup.
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