Dessers scored in the 5th and 78th minutes to send Rangers into the Scottish Cup final.
Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers is proving to be an important player at Rangers as the goal poacher silenced doubters with a clinical brace against Hearts, securing their place in the Scottish Cup Final against Celtic.
Dessers dominated Hearts captain Lawrence Shankland before finishing with aplomb. The Nigerian could have scored a hat-trick but inexplicably squandered a golden opportunity late on in the game.
The 29-year-old striker scored in the 5th and 78th minutes to send Rangers into the Scottish Cup final, where they will face league leaders Celtics.
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Naija Stars Abroad: Echegini leads Super Falcons' dominance as Akpom, Dessers & Tella impress
Naija Stars Abroad reviews the performances of Nigerian players abroad, with Super Falcons' Joe Echegini, Chuba Akpom, Cyriel Dessers and Nathan Tella some of the stars of the weekend.
A Tale of Two Halves
Pre-match narratives focused heavily on Hearts' abysmal record against Rangers at Hampden. Despite their valiant effort, history repeated itself as Hearts crumbled under the pressure.
A surging run by Macauley Tait led to Rangers' first goal. Dessers, capitalizing on a Cantwell assist, smashed home a powerful shot after a great save from Craig Gordon.
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He's big enough and scoring goals - Rangers legend backs Super Eagles striker Dessers to become Ibrox icon
Nigeria's Cyriel Dessers has not convinced many at Rangers despite contributing over 20 goals across competitions.
Fabio Silva squandered a golden opportunity after a selfless pass from Cyriel Dessers.
Rangers would have to up their game in the final if they are to stand any chance against Celtics.