Celtic secured their place with a comeback in extra time, scoring four goals in the first period after the match had ended 2-2 in regulation, according to major media. Kelechi Iheanacho netted twice, with Luke McCowan and Benjamin Nygren also finding the net, according to major media. St Mirren had fought back from a 2-0 deficit, with Mikael Mandron scoring both goals after Celtic took an early lead through Daizen Maeda and Tony Ralston, according to major media. The final score of the semi-final has not been confirmed.
St Mirren faced significant challenges, with goalkeeper Grant Tamosevicius making his debut off the bench after injuries to Shamal George and Ryan Mullen, according to major media. The specific injuries that forced the goalkeepers off remain unclear. Interim manager Craig McLeish was in charge for his fourth match, having taken over following the departure of the previous manager, according to major media.
For Celtic manager Martin O'Neill, this final marks a milestone, as he reached his 1000th match as a manager two months ago in a game against VfB Stuttgart, according to major media. The Scottish Cup final will likely be his final match in management, though the exact date and time have not been announced. The other semi-final between Dunfermline and Falkirk determined Celtic's opponent, with Dunfermline advancing, though the outcome details are not specified. Attendance figures for the Celtic-St Mirren match have not been reported.