![Dessers-1024x703](https://sporttoday.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dessers-1024x703-1-678x381.webp)
“Rangers Clinch Vital Victory with Cyriel Dessers’ Goal, Securing Three Points Against St Mirren in Hard-Fought Contest”
Rangers secured a crucial three points thanks to Cyriel Dessers, who netted his 12th goal of the season in a hard-fought victory over St Mirren on Saturday.
The Gers dominated the first half, taking an early lead as John Lundstram
delivered a superb ball to Dessers, who scored his third goal in three consecutive games.
The second half was relatively uneventful, with neither team creating many opportunities.
Despite a quiet second period, Rangers maintained a solid defense, securing
another clean sheet and securing the important three points.
Player ratings for the match are as follows:
- Jack Butland: 6/10 – Had little to do throughout the game but remained alert and made one save in the first half.
- James Tavernier: 6/10 – Captained the team, displayed a strong performance both defensively and offensively, hitting the post with a long-range shot and creating chances.
- Connor Goldson: 6/10 – Returned from suspension with a commanding performance, dominating aerially, controlling the defensive line, and displaying efficiency in passing.
- John Souttar: 6/10 – Solid performance in defense, with little to do, alongside Goldson.
- Ridvan Yilmaz: 6/10 – Provided support for the attack and navigated tough conditions well, but the overall performance was impacted by a blunt forward line.
- John Lundstram: 8/10 – Emerging as a key midfielder, displayed solid passing, strong tackling, and tactical awareness, earning praise as the best player on the pitch.
- Nicolas Raskin: 6/10 – Coming back to full fitness, he demonstrated good ball control and broke lines with passing and dribbling but lacked impact in the final third.
- Dujon Sterling: 7/10 – A versatile player who excelled in midfield and on the wing, showcasing adaptability and becoming a key member of the lineup.
- Todd Cantwell: 4/10 – Substituted at halftime, struggled to make an impact in the first half, raising questions about fitness and contribution.
- Scott Wright: 3/10 – Started the game but was substituted at halftime after a poor showing, struggling to run at defenders and failing to keep possession.
- Cyriel Dessers: 7/10 – Scored his third goal in three games, displaying improved confidence and justifying his place in the starting lineup.
Substitutes:
- Ross McCausland, Tom Lawrence, Ryan Jack: 5/10 each – Contributed to the game without significant standout moments.
- Borna Barisic, Rabbi Matondo: N/A – Did not play in the match.
Read more related updates on sporttoday.co.uk
Leave a Reply