Can Robinson work Hampden magic against McInnes' Rangers?

What the report says

BBC Sport Football reports that Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson heads into Saturday’s Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Rangers at Hampden under pressure, with his team struggling for form after three wins in 11 league matches and a home defeat by Falkirk. The article says Robinson has a strong record in one-off knockout games at Hampden, where he has never lost a semi-final, and has previously guided St Mirren and Motherwell to notable cup wins against bigger opponents, including Rangers and Aberdeen.

The piece frames the semi-final as a major test of whether Robinson can revive Aberdeen’s season. BBC Sport notes that the team has lacked consistency in attack and formation, while defender Mats Knoester’s absence is highlighted as a setback. Rangers, meanwhile, are described as unbeaten in 10 matches and looking to build on a quarter-final win over their rivals’ city opponents. The match is set for Saturday 31 October 2026, with the winner moving one step closer to the League Cup final.

The story also emphasizes pressure on Rangers manager Derek McInnes, who is trying to deliver a first trophy for the club after two seasons without silverware. BBC Sport says Rangers have spent heavily and that McInnes, despite an established track record, knows a semi-final defeat would raise fresh doubts, while victory would bring a final against Hearts or Hibernian and strengthen belief around the club.