Aberdeen flounder, as Rangers fortune. Received a rough reception from the home crowd and will be disappointed … Aside from the three points, probably the biggest plus for Steven Gerrard on the day.Always trying to get forward down the left flank, and put crosses in.His deliveries were, in the main, very good however none of them lead to anything.Was one of Rangers' best players last season and not a lot seems to have changed on today's evidence.A strong, if understated performance, in Rangers' midfield.Pressed the Aberdeen midfielders non-stop, and used the ball well as he often does.Could have maybe taken the shot on a couple of times after finding himself on the ball on the edge of the area, but opted to pass instead.Along with Jack and Aribo controlled much of the match from the middle of the park from Rangers.Rarely stands out but always seems to keep the team ticking over, and rarely wastes possession.Could contribute more, but put in a decent enough showing.Started the match really strongly and was a top performer for Steven Gerrard's side.Always seemed to be the guy striding forward with the ball, and trying to drive at the Dons backline. Incredible reaction save in the final few minutes as Aberdeen threw everything forward.
James has been attending games since 1994 and also has a keen interest in Major League Soccer's Chicago Fire. Couldn’t do much at the goal and was barely involved otherwise in the first-half. Kent’s run then shot allowed Morelos to score the first goal of the game. Got a touch on Cosgrove’s penalty and was busier in the second half. Needs to push forward with the ball more sometimes rather than allowing the likes of Ryan Jack to come deep and collect.The defender came into the side to make his first appearance for the Gers. Aberdeen 0 Rangers 1: How the players rated. Rangers 1-0 Aberdeen: Player ratings as Gers ease to three points. Replaced by Niko Katic for the final 10 minutes.Fairly quiet night for Candeias. James has covered Scottish football at all levels from under-9 right up to the SPFL.
Rangers 2-1 Hibs: Player ratings as Gers leave it late v Hibs. Was forced to do a lot of defending in the latter stages of the fixture as well.The centre-half was completely solid against the Aberdeen attackers as he ensured to keep them at arm’s length all through the fixture. Slotted past Joe Lewis in confident fashion.Nikhil has been an avid Chelsea fan for as long as the concept of time has existed and rumours say that he even bleeds blue. Silly defending cost the Gers a penalty of their own.Defender returned to the side and looked like he’d never missed a minute. (photo by Vagelis Georgariou/Action Plus via Getty Images)(photo by Vagelis Georgariou/Action Plus via Getty Images)Couldn’t do much at the goal and was barely involved otherwise in the first-half. Rangers player ratings as Filip Helander shines on return despite Europa League exit Steven Gerrard's side exit at the last 16 stage after a 1-0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.
Fell out of the game a little late on but another impressive performance from the winger.
Looked to be willing to get more involved in the defensive side of things when needed. Rangers kicked off the new season with a comfortable win at Pittodrie as they picked up the first three points of the new campaign.What a start for Steven Gerrard's men. Derek McInnes confirmed the eight players would be disciplined.
Rangers managed to secure a massive win at Pittodrie in a fascinating clash with Derek McInnes’ Aberdeen that will live long in the memory. Worked hard with Tavernier down the right, subbed for Jermain Defoe and booked on the way off for wasting time.Colombian scored the opener after 20 minutes before restoring the Gers’ lead 17 minutes later.
James has been attending games since 1994 and also has a keen interest in Major League Soccer's Chicago Fire. Couldn’t do much at the goal and was barely involved otherwise in the first-half. Kent’s run then shot allowed Morelos to score the first goal of the game. Got a touch on Cosgrove’s penalty and was busier in the second half. Needs to push forward with the ball more sometimes rather than allowing the likes of Ryan Jack to come deep and collect.The defender came into the side to make his first appearance for the Gers. Aberdeen 0 Rangers 1: How the players rated. Rangers 1-0 Aberdeen: Player ratings as Gers ease to three points. Replaced by Niko Katic for the final 10 minutes.Fairly quiet night for Candeias. James has covered Scottish football at all levels from under-9 right up to the SPFL.
Rangers 2-1 Hibs: Player ratings as Gers leave it late v Hibs. Was forced to do a lot of defending in the latter stages of the fixture as well.The centre-half was completely solid against the Aberdeen attackers as he ensured to keep them at arm’s length all through the fixture. Slotted past Joe Lewis in confident fashion.Nikhil has been an avid Chelsea fan for as long as the concept of time has existed and rumours say that he even bleeds blue. Silly defending cost the Gers a penalty of their own.Defender returned to the side and looked like he’d never missed a minute. (photo by Vagelis Georgariou/Action Plus via Getty Images)(photo by Vagelis Georgariou/Action Plus via Getty Images)Couldn’t do much at the goal and was barely involved otherwise in the first-half. Rangers player ratings as Filip Helander shines on return despite Europa League exit Steven Gerrard's side exit at the last 16 stage after a 1-0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.
Fell out of the game a little late on but another impressive performance from the winger.
Looked to be willing to get more involved in the defensive side of things when needed. Rangers kicked off the new season with a comfortable win at Pittodrie as they picked up the first three points of the new campaign.What a start for Steven Gerrard's men. Derek McInnes confirmed the eight players would be disciplined.
Rangers managed to secure a massive win at Pittodrie in a fascinating clash with Derek McInnes’ Aberdeen that will live long in the memory. Worked hard with Tavernier down the right, subbed for Jermain Defoe and booked on the way off for wasting time.Colombian scored the opener after 20 minutes before restoring the Gers’ lead 17 minutes later.